Summary

The global colostomy bags market size reached USD 1,235.6 Million in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 1,470.9 Million by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 1.9% during 2025-2033. The market is experiencing significant growth, driven by the increasing prevalence of colorectal cancer and inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD), the rising geriatric population, heightened healthcare expenditure with improved reimbursement policies, rapid advancements in bag design and materials, and the growing awareness and acceptance of ostomy care.

Colostomy Bags Market Analysis:
• Major Market Drivers: The rising prevalence of colorectal cancer and inflammatory bowel illnesses is creating the demand for colostomy bags as more patients undergo operations that require their use. Furthermore, developments in bag design and materials, like improved odor control, skin-friendly adhesives, and user-friendly features, along with an increasing geriatric population, which is more susceptible to disorders needing colostomies, are contributing to the expansion of this market.
• Key Market Trends: There is a rising trend toward the creation of more inconspicuous and comfortable bags. The colostomy bags industry outlook also highlights major companies' increasing investments in research and development (R&D), as well as increased collaborations between manufacturers and healthcare providers as appealing market trends.
• Geographical Trends: North America is dominating the market due to its advanced healthcare infrastructure, high disease prevalence, and robust reimbursement regulations. Other regions are also expanding due to high healthcare standards and a large geriatric population.
• Competitive Landscape: Some of the major market players in the colostomy bags industry include B. Braun, Coloplast, ConvaTec, Hollister, Marlen, Oakmed, T G Eakin, Welland Medical, among many others.
• Challenges and Opportunities: The stigma and psychological burden associated with colostomy are major challenges noted in the colostomy bags industry report, which might impede patient adoption and use of colostomy bags. However, possibilities exist in expanding product portfolios, improving distribution networks in new areas, and focusing on patient-centric innovations to increase colostomy acceptance and adherence.

Colostomy Bags Market Trends:

Increasing Prevalence of Colorectal Cancer and Inflammatory Bowel Diseases
The rising incidence of colorectal cancer and inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis is a significant driver for the colostomy bags market growth. Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer across the globe, accounting for approximately 10% of all cancer cases, and is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths. Its treatment often necessitates surgical interventions that result in colostomies. Similarly, severe cases of IBD can lead to surgical procedures where a portion of the intestine is removed, and a colostomy is created. As many as 70,000 new cases of IBD are diagnosed in the United States each year. The country also has 80,000 children suffering from IBD. The increased rate of these diseases has highlighted the need for colostomy bags for skin protection and care and to prevent stoma-related complications.

Growing Geriatric Population
The demographic shift toward the geriatric population has profound implications for healthcare systems. As people age, they are more likely to suffer from conditions that necessitate the use of colostomy bags, such as colorectal cancer, diverticulitis, and other age-related gastrointestinal diseases. In 2020, the number of people aged 60 years and older outnumbered children younger than 5 years. It has been found that between 2015 and 2050, the proportion of the world's population over 60 years will nearly double from 12% to 22%. This shift has resulted in a higher incidence of chronic diseases that may require surgical interventions, leading to the use of colostomy bags. Based on a report by the Survey on Health, Ageing and Retirement in Europe (SHARE), about 37% of people aged 65 and over report having at least two chronic diseases on average across EU countries.

Rising Healthcare Expenditure and Improved Reimbursement Policies
Several countries across the globe are witnessing a hike in the adoption of colostomy bags owing to the rising expenditure on healthcare, the growing population of the middle class, and the establishment of advanced healthcare infrastructures. For instance, India's public expenditure on healthcare reached 2.1% of GDP in FY23 and 2.2% in FY22. Similarly, in Europe, the general government spending on health amounted to €1221 billion or 7.7% of GDP in 2022. This expansion is facilitating the availability and accessibility of advanced colostomy bags in hospitals and healthcare facilities to make sure that patients receive high-quality products. Additionally, favorable policies on insurance coverage and reimbursement schemes that reduce the financial burden on patients are encouraging them to opt for necessary surgical procedures. In 2022, 92.1 percent of people, or 304.0 million in the U.S., had health insurance at some point during the year, as per the U.S. Census Bureau.

Colostomy Bags Market Segmentation:
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the global and regional levels for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on type and end user.

Breakup by Type:
• Drainable Stoma Bags
• Care Accessories

Drainable stoma bags accounts for the majority of the market share
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the type. This includes drainable stoma bags and care accessories. According to the report, drainable stoma bags represented the largest segment.

As per the colostomy bags market trends and analysis, drainable stoma bags hold the largest share. They are highly preferred due to their convenience and cost-effectiveness, particularly for patients who require frequent bag changes. Moreover, they can be emptied and reused multiple times before disposal, making them ideal for individuals with high-output stomas. Besides this, drainable stoma bags offer greater flexibility and ease of use that enhances patient comfort and reduces the overall cost of ostomy care. Additionally, the rising product demand owing to their practicality, as they significantly improve the quality of life for ostomy patients by allowing them to manage their condition more effectively and discreetly, is increasing the colostomy bags market size and share.

Breakup by End User:
• Retail Pharmacies
• Hospitals
• Outpatient Clinics
• Community Healthcare Centers
• Others

Retail pharmacies hold the largest share of the industry
A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the end user have also been provided in the report. This includes retail pharmacies, hospitals, outpatient clinics, community healthcare centers, and others. According to the report, retail pharmacies accounted for the largest market share.
As per the colostomy bags market forecast and research report, retail pharmacies dominated this market due to their widespread accessibility and convenience for patients seeking colostomy care products. They provide a crucial point of distribution, ensuring that patients can easily obtain necessary supplies without the delays that are associated with hospital procurement processes. Retail pharmacies also offer personalized customer service, which is essential for patients who need guidance on product selection and usage, thereby positively influencing the colostomy bags market dynamics and revenue. Additionally, they stock a diverse range of bags, including the latest innovations, ensuring that patients have access to high-quality and varied options.

Breakup by Region:
• North America
• Europe
• Asia Pacific
• Middle East and Africa
• Latin America

North America leads the market, accounting for the largest colostomy bags market share
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East and Africa. According to the report, North America represents the largest regional market for colostomy bags.

According to the colostomy bags market insights and outlook, North America accounted for the largest market share, attributed to several factors, including a high prevalence of colorectal cancer and inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD). Moreover, the advanced healthcare infrastructure, robust medical research, and widespread access to cutting-edge medical technologies, ensuring high-quality care and the availability of innovative colostomy products, is catalyzing the market growth. Additionally, the presence of leading manufacturers and a well-established distribution network that facilitates efficient product supply and availability, is bolstering the colostomy bags demand.

Competitive Landscape:
• The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the market. Detailed profiles of all major companies have also been provided. Some of the major market players in the colostomy bags industry include B. Braun, Coloplast, ConvaTec, Hollister, Marlen, Oakmed, T G Eakin, Welland Medical, etc.

(Please note that this is only a partial list of the key players, and the complete list is provided in the report.)

• The major companies in the market are pursuing several strategic initiatives to strengthen their market position. They are investing in research and development (R&D) to innovate and enhance their product offerings by focusing on features such as improved comfort, skin-friendliness, odor control, and ease of use. Moreover, key players are expanding their product portfolios to cater to diverse patient needs and preferences. In addition, they are leveraging mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships to broaden their market reach and enhance distribution networks. They are also increasing their focus on patient education and support programs by collaborating with healthcare providers to improve patient outcomes and adherence to colostomy care.


Colostomy Bags Market News:
• In February 2024, Coloplast launched Peristeen Light for people with bowel disorders. It is a hand-held and low-volume transanal irrigation device that instills water into the rectum, thereby evacuating the stool from the lower bowel. Peristeen Light is developed based on 20 years of insights from Coloplast's high-volume transanal irrigation device, Peristeen Plus.
• In April 2024, Convatec announced the launch of Esteem Body with Leak Defense in the United States. It offers a comprehensive, one-piece, and soft convexity ostomy system portfolio that is designed to fit a full range of body types and stoma shapes. The portfolio includes drainable, closed-end, and urostomy pouching solutions.

Key Questions Answered in This Report
• 1.What was the size of the global colostomy bags market in 2024?
• 2.What is the expected growth rate of the global colostomy bags market during 2025-2033?
• 3.What are the key factors driving the global colostomy bags market?
• 4.What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the global colostomy bags market?
• 5.What is the breakup of the global colostomy bags market based on the type?
• 6.What is the breakup of the global colostomy bags market based on the end user?
• 7.What are the key regions in the global colostomy bags market?
• 8.Who are the key players/companies in the global colostomy bags market?

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Table of Contents

1 Preface
2 Scope and Methodology
2.1 Objectives of the Study
2.2 Stakeholders
2.3 Data Sources
2.3.1 Primary Sources
2.3.2 Secondary Sources
2.4 Market Estimation
2.4.1 Bottom-Up Approach
2.4.2 Top-Down Approach
2.5 Forecasting Methodology
3 Executive Summary
4 Introduction
4.1 Overview
4.2 Key Industry Trends
5 Global Colostomy Bags Market
5.1 Market Overview
5.2 Market Performance
5.3 Impact of COVID-19
5.4 Market Breakup by Type
5.5 Market Breakup by End User
5.6 Market Breakup by Region
5.7 Market Forecast
5.8 SWOT Analysis
5.8.1 Overview
5.8.2 Strengths
5.8.3 Weaknesses
5.8.4 Opportunities
5.8.5 Threats
5.9 Value Chain Analysis
5.9.1 Overview
5.9.2 Research and Development
5.9.3 Raw Material Procurement
5.9.4 Manufacturing
5.9.5 Marketing
5.9.6 Distribution
5.9.7 End-Use
5.10 Porters Five Forces Analysis
5.10.1 Overview
5.10.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
5.10.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
5.10.4 Degree of Competition
5.10.5 Threat of New Entrants
5.10.6 Threat of Substitutes
6 Market Breakup by Type
6.1 Drainable Stoma Bags
6.1.1 Market Trends
6.1.2 Market Forecast
6.2 Care Accessories
6.2.1 Market Trends
6.2.2 Market Forecast
7 Market Breakup by End User
7.1 Retail Pharmacies
7.1.1 Market Trends
7.1.2 Market Forecast
7.2 Hospitals
7.2.1 Market Trends
7.2.2 Market Forecast
7.3 Outpatient Clinics
7.3.1 Market Trends
7.3.2 Market Forecast
7.4 Community Healthcare Centers
7.4.1 Market Trends
7.4.2 Market Forecast
7.5 Others
7.5.1 Market Trends
7.5.2 Market Forecast
8 Market Breakup by Region
8.1 North America
8.1.1 Market Trends
8.1.2 Market Forecast
8.2 Europe
8.2.1 Market Trends
8.2.2 Market Forecast
8.3 Asia Pacific
8.3.1 Market Trends
8.3.2 Market Forecast
8.4 Middle East and Africa
8.4.1 Market Trends
8.4.2 Market Forecast
8.5 Latin America
8.5.1 Market Trends
8.5.2 Market Forecast
9 Colostomy Bags Manufacturing Process
9.1 Product Overview
9.2 Raw Material Requirements
9.3 Manufacturing Process
9.4 Key Success and Risk Factors
10 Competitive Landscape
10.1 Market Structure
10.2 Key Players
10.3 Profiles of Key Players
10.3.1 B. Braun
10.3.2 Coloplast
10.3.3 ConvaTec
10.3.4 Hollister
10.3.5 Marlen
10.3.6 Oakmed
10.3.7 TG Eakin
10.3.8 Welland Medical

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List of Tables/Graphs

List of Figures

Figure 1: Global: Colostomy Bags Market: Major Drivers and Challenges
Figure 2: Global: Colostomy Bags Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019-2024
Figure 3: Global: Colostomy Bags Market: Breakup by Type (in %), 2024
Figure 4: Global: Colostomy Bags Market: Breakup by End User (in %), 2024
Figure 5: Global: Colostomy Bags Market: Breakup by Region (in %), 2024
Figure 6: Global: Colostomy Bags Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
Figure 7: Global: Colostomy Bags Industry: SWOT Analysis
Figure 8: Global: Colostomy Bags Industry: Value Chain Analysis
Figure 9: Global: Colostomy Bags Industry: Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
Figure 10: Global: Colostomy Bags (Drainable Stoma Bags) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
Figure 11: Global: Colostomy Bags (Drainable Stoma Bags) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
Figure 12: Global: Colostomy Bags (Care Accessories) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
Figure 13: Global: Colostomy Bags (Care Accessories) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
Figure 14: Global: Colostomy Bags (End Use in Retail Pharmacies) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
Figure 15: Global: Colostomy Bags (End Use in Retail Pharmacies) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
Figure 16: Global: Colostomy Bags (End Use in Hospitals) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
Figure 17: Global: Colostomy Bags (End Use in Hospitals) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
Figure 18: Global: Colostomy Bags (End Use in Outpatient Clinics) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
Figure 19: Global: Colostomy Bags (End Use in Outpatient Clinics) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
Figure 20: Global: Colostomy Bags (End Use in Community Healthcare Centers) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
Figure 21: Global: Colostomy Bags (End Use in Community Healthcare Centers) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
Figure 22: Global: Colostomy Bags (Other End Users) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
Figure 23: Global: Colostomy Bags (Other End Users) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
Figure 24: North America: Colostomy Bags Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
Figure 25: North America: Colostomy Bags Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
Figure 26: Europe: Colostomy Bags Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
Figure 27: Europe: Colostomy Bags Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
Figure 28: Asia Pacific: Colostomy Bags Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
Figure 29: Asia Pacific: Colostomy Bags Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
Figure 30: Middle East and Africa: Colostomy Bags Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
Figure 31: Middle East and Africa: Colostomy Bags Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
Figure 32: Latin America: Colostomy Bags Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
Figure 33: Latin America: Colostomy Bags Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
Figure 34: Colostomy Bags Manufacturing: Detailed Process Flow

List of Tables

Table 1: Global: Colostomy Bags Market: Key Industry Highlights, 2024 and 2033
Table 2: Global: Colostomy Bags Market Forecast: Breakup by Type (in Million USD), 2025-2033
Table 3: Global: Colostomy Bags Market Forecast: Breakup by End User (in Million USD), 2025-2033
Table 4: Global: Colostomy Bags Market Forecast: Breakup by Region (in Million USD), 2025-2033
Table 5: Colostomy Bags: Raw Material Requirements
Table 6: Global: Colostomy Bags Market: Competitive Structure
Table 7: Global: Colostomy Bags Market: Key Players