Global Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Report and Forecast 2024-2032

Global Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Outlook

The global ultrasound probe disinfection market size was valued at USD 521.35 million in 2023, driven by the rising emphasis on eliminating the risk infectious diseases during ultrasound procedures globally. The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 12.7% during the forecast period of 2024-2032, with the values likely to rise from USD 587.56 million in 2024 to USD 1,529.13 million by 2032.

Ultrasound Probe Disinfection: Introduction

Ultrasound probe (also known as a transducer) is an important element of diagnostic ultrasounds that receives and emit sound waves. These waves bounce off the body’s tissues and are sent to the computer that operates it to generate an image called sonogram. The sound waves produced by an ultrasound probe are at a frequency above the human threshold of hearing (over 20KHz), however, currently, they are used at a much higher frequency (in megahertz).

Ultrasound probes are available in various shapes and sizes. Most diagnostic ultrasound probes are placed on the skin but some are put inside the body via vagina, gastrointestinal tract, or blood vessels. It can be curvilinear, linear, endocavitary or 3D, depending on the usage. Sometimes, it is also used during a surgery.

Global Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Analysis

Ultrasounds are not just limited to image detection. With medical advancements, it has paved its way to the operating room. During surgeries, doctors rely on ultrasounds to block the sensory branch of a nerve selectively, without affecting the motor branch. This increases the chances for a pain less surgery and faster recovery. With the rising number of ultrasound procedures, the global market for ultrasound probe disinfection is expected to grow as well.

Endocavitary ultrasound probes are designed to perform internal examinations on a patient. It is used in transvaginal and transrectal exams, along with prostate biopsies. Since it enters the body orifice, it has the highest risk to transmitting infections.

As per studies, 1 in 25 patients  are expected to acquire an infection during a hospital stay. Hence, the need for high level disinfectant methods for ultrasound probes has been a critical topic of discussion. The introduction of disinfection instruments like automated reprocessors, ultrasound probe storage cabinets, UV-C disinfectors have been helpful, yet new innovations are predicted to reshape the ultrasound probe disinfection market value.

Ultrasound probes are quite expensive. It is important to handle the device with care to optimise its longevity. Thus, it is essential to not drop it, scratch it, or twist the cable while cleaning. There are disinfectant liquids, sprays, wipes, enzymatic and non-enzymatic detergents, which convey that the ultrasound probe disinfection market development has been constant and will continue in the future as well.

Global Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Segmentation

Market Breakup by Product

• Instruments
  • Manual Reprocessors/Soaking Stations 
  • Automated Reprocessors 
  • Ultrasound Probe Storage Cabinets 
  • UV-C Disinfectors 
• Consumables 
• Disinfectants by Formulation 
  • Disinfectant Liquids 
  • Disinfectant Sprays 
  • Disinfectant Wipes 
• Disinfectants by Type 
  • High-level Disinfectants 
  • Intermediate/Low -level Disinfectants 
• Detergents 
  • Enzymatic Detergents 
  • Non-enzymatic Detergents 
  • Services

Market Breakup by Process

• High-level Disinfection 

• Intermediate/Low-level Disinfection

Market Breakup by Probe Type

• Linear Transducers 

• Convex Transducers 

• Phased Array Transducers 

• Endo cavitary Transducers 

• Transoesophageal Echocardiography (TEE) Transducers 

• Other Transducers 
  • Pencil Transducers  
  • Concave Transducers  
  • Sector Transducers

Market Breakup by End User

• Hospitals Diagnostic Imaging Centres 
• Maternity Centres 
• Ambulatory Care Centres 
• Academic Research Institutes 
• Others
  • Physiotherapists  
  • Independent Associations  
  • Government Organizations  
  • Sports Academies

Market Breakup by Region

• North America  

• Europe 

• Asia Pacific 

• Latin America 

• Middle East and Africa

Global Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Overview

Diagnostic imaging procedures have escalated exponentially over the years. Ultrasounds have increased by 5% per year , which has generated a hike in the probe disinfection methods as well. As per the historical period, the United States has possessed the largest portion of ultrasound probe disinfection market share. This is a result of the monetary investments in the healthcare and medical equipment industries with regard to the enormous volume of surgeries performed annually. Yet the current market scenario appears to shift.

When compared to other continents, surgical site infection rates for African countries ranges between 16.4% to 38%, which is quite high. For example, Asian countries like Vietnam and Japan stand at 10.7% and 7.6% respectively.  It is possible that the high infection rates are not entirely attributable only to ultrasound probe disinfection. It is imperative to note that the demand for ultrasound probe disinfection can be predicted in the African region, as it already has a high infection rate.

Global Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market: Competitor Landscape

The key features of the market report include patent analysis, grants analysis, clinical trials analysis, funding and investment analysis, partnerships, and collaborations analysis by the leading key players. The major companies in the market are as follows:

• CIVCO Medical Solutions

• Germitec

• Schülke And Mayr 

• Tristel 

• Metrex Research 

• CS Medical 

• Parker Laboratories 

• Virox Technologies 

• STERIS 

• Ecolab

Key Highlights of the Report