The global hospital-acquired infections control market is anticipated to reach about $82.89 billion by 2020, according to a Persistence Market Research report.
Here are nine notes:
1. The global HAIs control market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 8.5 percent between 2014 and 2020.
2. In 2014, the market totaled $50.81 billion.
3. An increasing geriatric population and rising number of HAI cases will spur global market growth.
4. Regional humid climates and government initiatives supporting HAI prevention will boost market growth, as well.
5. An absence of primary care facilities and lack of medical equipment in some areas will limit the global market growth.
6. North America dominates the global market and is expected to hit $34.43 billion by 2020.
7. Asia will experience the most growth, due to a rising number of HAI cases.
8. The treatment of primary bloodstream infections is the fastest growing segment in the market.
9. Leading market players include STERIS and Getinge AB.
