The global programmable infusion pumps and catheters market by Product Type (Volumetric Pumps, Syringe Pumps, Enteral Pumps, Insulin Pumps, Implantable Pumps, Patient Controlled Analgesia Pumps, and Pump Accessories), by Modality (Portable and Stationary), by Application (Oncology, Pediatrics/Neonatology, Pain, Gastroenterology, Hematology, and Diabetes), by Channel Type (Single Channel and Multi-Channel), by End User (Hospitals, Ambulatory Clinics, Homecare, Clinics, and Others), and by Region (North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa) was valued at US$ 8,365.3 million in 2017, and is projected to exhibit a CAGR of 5.8% over the forecast period (2018–2026), as highlighted in a new report.
New product launches and therapeutic advantages, such as dose monitoring, offered by programmable infusion pumps over manual counterparts are expected to boost the global programmable infusion pumps and catheters market growth. Moreover, key players in the market are focused on launching new products in order to enhance their market share. For instance, in 2018, Baxter International Inc., a company involved in innovative technology for medication delivery, received approval for Spectrum IQ Infusion System with Dose IQ Safety Software from U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Spectrum IQ system is designed specifically for bi-directional electronic medical records (EMR) integration, along with features that assist appropriate dosing of medications to the patient.