- Feeding tubes, which provide vital nutritional support to patients unable to eat or swallow, have become indispensable medical devices in both acute care and long-term healthcare settings, owing to their critical role in maintaining adequate nutrition and hydration in patients with chronic illnesses, neurological conditions, or post-surgical complications
- The growing demand for feeding tubes is primarily fueled by the increasing incidence of gastrointestinal disorders, cancer, and neurological diseases, coupled with a surge in the aging population requiring assisted feeding solutions. In addition, the rising preference for enteral over parenteral nutrition due to its lower risk of infection and cost-effectiveness is further propelling market growth
- North America dominated the feeding tubes market with the largest revenue share of 38.7% in 2024, supported by advanced healthcare infrastructure, high awareness levels, and the strong presence of leading market players. The U.S., in particular, sees a high volume of feeding tube procedures in hospitals and home care settings, driven by a robust elderly population and growing chronic disease burden
- Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the feeding tubes market during the forecast period, owing to rising healthcare expenditure, improving medical facilities, and increasing awareness about enteral nutrition in emerging economies such as China and India.
- Enterostomy tube, segment dominated the feeding tubes market with a market share of 33.3% in 2024, driven by its widespread use in long-term nutritional support for patients with chronic illnesses and its lower risk of aspiration compared to nasogastric methods
