Dramatic improvements in access to and quality of healthcare in the Asia Pacific region, concurrent with the introduction of next-generation biologic and composite meshes in developed countries and adoption of laparoscopic techniques worldwide, will drive hernia repair market growth in the US, Europe and Asia Pacific. Saturated with numerous players and a library of different products, the fiercely-competitive hernia mesh industry has experienced notable improvements recently in device quality and affordability, as companies strive for increased physician adoption in established markets and strategize entry into new regions. The report provides a comprehensive evaluation of the global hernia market, including development and sales of inguinal, incisional and umbilical hernia repair products. Included within is an analysis of the drivers, opportunities and barriers impacting growth in the mesh market worldwide, with in-depth breakdown by surgical technique to highlight the fast adoption of laparoscopic methods. The report identifies and evaluates key trends and unmet needs shaping the global market through 2019, emphasizing testimonials from top physicians around the world who are implanting the devices. The United States is currently one of the largest markets for all three types of hernia mesh repairs covered in this forecast. In 2012, the country had the largest market for overall hernia repair and umbilical hernia repair out of the ten major markets (France, Germany, Italy, Spain, United Kingdom, Brazil, India, China, and Japan). The country has the second largest market for inguinal hernia repair and incisional hernia repair. View Detail Report With TOC At : http://www.researchmoz.us/medipoint-hernia-repair-us-analysis-and-market-forecasts-report.html

1. MediPoint: Hernia Repair - US Analysis and Market Forecasts
Dramatic improvements in access to and quality of healthcare in the Asia Pacific region, concurrent with the
introduction of next-generation biologic and composite meshes in developed countries and adoption of
laparoscopic techniques worldwide, will drive hernia repair market growth in the US, Europe and Asia Pacific.
Saturated with numerous players and a library of different products, the fiercely-competitive hernia mesh
industry has experienced notable improvements recently in device quality and affordability, as companies
strive for increased physician adoption in established markets and strategize entry into new regions.
The report provides a comprehensive evaluation of the global hernia market, including development and sales
of inguinal, incisional and umbilical hernia repair products. Included within is an analysis of the drivers,
opportunities and barriers impacting growth in the mesh market worldwide, with in-depth breakdown by
surgical technique to highlight the fast adoption of laparoscopic methods. The report identifies and evaluates
key trends and unmet needs shaping the global market through 2019, emphasizing testimonials from top
physicians around the world who are implanting the devices.
The United States is currently one of the largest markets for all three types of hernia mesh repairs covered in
this forecast. In 2012, the country had the largest market for overall hernia repair and umbilical hernia repair
out of the ten major markets (France, Germany, Italy, Spain, United Kingdom, Brazil, India, China, and
Japan). The country has the second largest market for inguinal hernia repair and incisional hernia repair.
GlobalData built this report using data and information sourced from secondary sources, as well as primary
research interviews with leading Herniologists and General Surgeons around the world, and in-house analysis
conducted by GlobalDatas team of industry experts.
Scope
An overview of hernia, which includes epidemiology, etiology, symptoms, diagnosis, pathology and
treatment guidelines. Annualized US hernia repair market revenue and future forecasts from 2009 to 2011,
forecast for 7 years to 2018. Investigation of current and future market competition for hernia repair
Insightful review of the key industry drivers, restraints and challenges as well as predicted impact of key
events. Competitor assessment including device approval analysis and device sales forecasts. Marketed and
pipeline product profiles covering efficiency, safety, clinical study details, device approvals, product
positioning and device sales forecast. Analysis of unmet needs within the market and opportunities for future
players. Technology trends evaluation to assess strength of pipeline. An overview of all devices in
development including clinical study details, design and material selection considerations, efficacy reports,
and device approval timelines. Company profiles including business description, financial overview and
SWOT analysis. Coverage of key market players. Strategic assessment of the hernia repair sector through
market impact analysis, future market scenario and company analysis. Direct quotes from Key Opinion
Leaders (KOL) as well as herniologists
Reasons to buy
Understand the trends shaping and driving the US hernia repair Market. Realize device preferences of
physicians who have performed the tests already. Access market sizing, forecasts and quantified growth
opportunities in the US hernia repair market through 2018. Quantify candidate patient populations to better
design product pricing & launch plans. Drive revenues, formulate effective sales and marketing strategies and
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2. gain in-depth understanding of the competitive landscape. Perform benchmarking analysis of growth
opportunities against currently marketed products. Assess competitiveness of products in market by
understanding the strengths and weaknesses of current competition. Take a comprehensive look at the
markets device pipeline and identify promising, paradigm-shifting products. Create an effective
counter-strategy to gain a competitive advantage against those currently in the market. Organize your sales
and marketing efforts by identifying the market categories and segments that present the best opportunities for
growth. Whats the next big thing in US hernia repair market landscape? Identify, understand and capitalize.
table Of Contents
1 Table Of Contents
1 Table Of Contents 7
1.1 List Of Tables 14
1.2 List Of Figures 18
2 Introduction 21
2.1 Catalyst 22
3 Disease Overview 23
3.1 Anatomy & Physiology 23
3.1.1 Inguinal Hernias 23
3.1.2 Incisional Hernias 25
3.1.3 Umbilical Hernias 26
3.2 Pathophysiology 27
3.2.1 Inguinal Hernia 27
3.2.2 Incisional Hernia 29
3.2.3 Umbilical Hernia 29
3.3 Clinical Presentation 30
3.3.1 Symptoms 30
3.3.2 Diagnosis 31
3.3.3 Clinical Outcomes 32
3.4 Epidemiology 37
3.4.1 Inguinal Hernias 37
3.4.2 Incisional Hernias 40
3.4.3 Umbilical Hernias 43
3.5 Economic Impact 45
3.5.1 Open Versus Laparoscopic Repair 45
3.5.2 Watchful Waiting 46
3.5.3 Us 47
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3. 4 Competitive Assessment 48
4.1 Overview 48
4.2 Large Pore Meshes 49
4.2.1 Overview 49
4.2.2 Angimesh R2 (angiologica) 52
4.2.3 Assumesh (assut Europe) 54
4.2.4 Cristalene (abiss Analytical Biosurgical Systems) 55
4.2.5 Hexapro Mesh (agency For Medical Innovation) 56
4.2.6 Optilene Mesh (b. Braun) 57
4.2.7 Omyra Mesh (b. Braun) 61
4.2.8 Prolite Ultra Mesh (atrium Medical) 63
4.2.9 Surgimesh 1 & 2 And Xlight (aspide Medical) 65
4.2.10 Surgimesh Pet 2d (aspide Medical) 66
4.2.11 Surgimesh Wn (aspide Medical) 68
4.2.12 Vypro Mesh (ethicon) 70
4.3 Small Pore Meshes 72
4.3.1 Overview 72
4.3.2 Premilene Mesh (b. Braun) 74
4.3.3 Prolene Mesh (ethicon) 76
4.3.4 Prolite Mesh (atrium Medical) 78
4.3.5 Repol Angimesh (angiologica) 79
4.4 Composite Meshes 81
4.4.1 Overview 81
4.4.2 4ddome (cousin Biotech) 83
4.4.3 B-foil (assut Europe) 85
4.4.4 Biomesh Ca.b.s Air Composite (cousin Biotech) 86
4.4.5 C-qur Mesh (atrium Medical) 87
4.4.6 C-qur Tacshield (atrium Medical) 88
4.4.7 C-qur V-patch (atrium Medical) 90
4.4.8 C-qur Centrifx (atrium Medical) 91
4.4.9 C-qur Fx Mesh (atrium Medical) 92
4.4.10 Parietex Composite (covidien) 93
4.4.11 Parietex Progrip Self Fixating Mesh (covidien) 95
4.4.12 Sorbimesh (assut Europe) 96
4.4.13 Surgimesh Cible (aspide Medical) 98
4.4.14 Surgimesh Diablo (aspide Medical) 99
4.4.15 Surgimesh M.o.p.p. (aspide Medical) 101
4.4.16 Surgimesh Xb (aspide Medical) 102
4.4.17 Ultrapro Mesh (ethicon) 104
4.5 3d Meshes 105
4.5.1 Overview 105
4.5.2 3dmax Mesh (c.r. Bard) 109
4.5.3 Bio-a Hernia Plug (w. L. Gore & Associates) 110
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4. 4.5.4 Laparomesh (assut Europe) 112
4.5.5 Perfix Plug (c.r. Bard) 113
4.5.6 Proloop Mesh (atrium Medical) 115
4.5.7 Surgimesh Easyplug (aspide Medical) 116
4.5.8 Surgimesh Pet 3d (aspide Medical) 119
4.5.9 Surgimesh Xd (aspide Medical) 120
4.5.10 Repol Plug Cap (angiologica) 122
4.6 Biologic Hernia Meshes 123
4.6.1 Overview 123
4.6.2 Alloderm Regenerative Tissue Matrix (lifecell) 125
4.6.3 Allomax Surgical Graft (davol) 128
4.6.4 Biodesign Hernia Graft (cook Medical) 131
4.6.5 Permacol Surgical Implant (covidien) 134
4.6.6 Strattice (lifecell) 136
5 Unmet Needs 137
5.1 Overview 137
5.2 Specialized Laparoscopic Clinics 138
5.3 Increased Investigation Of Tapp Versus Tep Procedures 139
5.4 Competitive Pricing For Premium Hernia Meshes 140
5.5 Economic And Financial Impact Of Laparoscopic Techniques 141
5.6 Research And Development Of Self-fixating Meshes 142
5.7 Registry For Laparoscopic Hernia Repair 144
6 Pipeline Products 145
6.1 Overview 145
6.2 Clinical Trial Analysis 146
6.2.1 Overview 146
6.2.2 Trials To Watch 146
7 Industry Overview 148
7.1 Procedure Trends 148
7.1.1 Us 148
7.2 Market Access 149
7.2.1 Cost Concerns 149
7.2.2 Group Purchasing Organizations 150
7.2.3 Distribution Networks 151
7.2.4 Access To Healthcare 151
7.3 Reimbursement Trends 152
7.3.1 Overview 152
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5. 7.3.2 Us 152
7.4 Regulatory Issues/recalls 153
7.5 Added Indications 153
7.6 Mergers & Acquisitions/key Partnerships 154
7.6.1 Baxter Acquires Synovis Life Technologies 154
7.6.2 Covidien Acquires Tissue Science Laboratories 154
8 Current And Future Players 155
8.1 Trends In Corporate Strategy 155
8.2 Company Profiles 156
8.2.1 Abiss Analytic Biosurgical Solutions 156
8.2.2 Ami: Agency For Medical Innovation 157
8.2.3 Angiologica 158
8.2.4 Aspide Medical 160
8.2.5 Assut Europe 161
8.2.6 Atrium Medical 162
8.2.7 B. Braun Surgical 164
8.2.8 Cook Medical 166
8.2.9 Cousin Biotech 168
8.2.10 Covidien 169
8.2.11 C.r. Bard 171
8.2.12 Ethicon 173
8.2.13 Feg Textiltechnik Mbh 175
8.2.14 Proxy Biomedical 176
8.2.15 Tei Biosciences 177
8.2.16 W. L. Gore & Associates 178
9 Market Drivers & Opportunities And Barriers 181
9.1 Market Drivers 181
9.1.1 Consistent Hernia Prevalence 181
9.1.2 Transition From Open Hernia Repair To Laparoscopic Hernia Repair 181
9.1.3 Fall Of Watchful Waiting 183
9.1.4 Residents Being Trained On Laparoscopic Technique 185
9.2 Opportunities 187
9.2.1 Invest In Composite Meshes Designed Specifically For Laparoscopic Repair 187
9.2.2 Market Meshes To Specialized Centers 188
9.2.3 Focus On Countries Experiencing Increasing Composite Mesh Adoption 189
9.2.4 Develop Business Relationships With Robotic Surgery Equipment Manufacturers 190
9.3 Market Barriers 191
9.3.1 Group Purchasing Organizations 191
9.3.2 Reimbursement 192
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6. 9.3.3 Cost 193
9.3.4 Self-gripping Technology 193
9.3.5 Mosquito Net Mesh 195
10 Country Outlooks & Forecasts 197
10.1 Us 197
10.1.1 Overall Hernia Repair Market 197
10.1.2 Inguinal Hernia Repair Market 199
10.1.3 Incisional Hernia Repair Market 199
10.1.4 Umbilical Hernia Repair Market 200
11 Appendix 201
11.1 Bibliography 201
11.2 Abbreviations 216
11.3 Report Methodology 217
11.3.1 Overview 217
11.3.2 Coverage 217
11.3.3 Primary Research 218
11.3.4 Secondary Research 219
11.3.5 Forecasting Methodology 219
11.4 General Surgeons And Herniologists Included In This Study 220
11.5 About The Authors 221
11.5.1 Joseph A. Gregory, Analyst, Surgical Devices 221
11.5.2 Derek Archila, Mba, Director Of Research And Analysis, Medical Devices 221
11.6 Global Head Of Healthcare 222
11.6.1 Bonnie Bain, Ph.d., Global Head Of Healthcare 222
11.7 About Medipoint 222
11.8 About Globaldata 223
11.9 Contact Us 223
11.10 Disclaimer 223
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