- External ventricular drains (EVDs), used to relieve elevated intracranial pressure and drain cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), are increasingly vital in neurosurgical and critical care settings for managing conditions such as traumatic brain injury, hydrocephalus, and subarachnoid hemorrhage, due to their immediate efficacy and precision in monitoring intracranial dynamics
- The escalating demand for EVD systems is primarily fueled by the rising global incidence of neurocritical conditions, growing awareness of early intracranial pressure management, and technological advancements that enhance the safety and precision of drainage and monitoring systems
- North America dominated the external ventricular drain market with the largest revenue share of 39.2% in 2024, characterized by advanced healthcare infrastructure, higher rates of neurosurgical interventions, and the presence of key medical device manufacturers, with the U.S. leading in EVD adoption due to greater accessibility to critical care units and early adoption of improved drainage technologies
- Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest growing region in the external ventricular drain market during the forecast period due to improving healthcare infrastructure, increasing healthcare expenditure, and rising incidence of brain injuries in rapidly urbanizing regions
- Ventricular drainage set segment dominated the external ventricular drain market with a market share of 69.9% in 2024, driven by its widespread use in emergency neurosurgical procedures and standardized design ensuring efficient and sterile CSF drainage
