Dallas, TX -- (SBWire) -- 12/07/2010 -- This Kalorama Information report, Hernia Repair Device Markets and Procedures provides global market sizes and forecasts, trends and competitive activity in this dynamic medical device segment.

The development of prosthetic materials ushered in the current era of hernia surgery, allowing a tension-free repair to be performed even for the largest defects and the most difficult procedures. During the past decade, medicine has witnessed a revolutionary change in prosthetic biomaterials for application in hernia repair. Composite mesh with absorbable and non-absorbable barriers for intraperitioneal placement, lightweight macroporous mesh and xenogeneic and allogeneic biological meshes are several of these novel materials

A handful of companies are involved in the development or marketing of hernia repair procedures and specialty equipment. The market is considered evolving with growth opportunity. Developing and developed markets alike have room to grow due to an aging population worldwide. Among the top and/or innovative competitors discussed within Corporate Profiles are:
Atrium
B. Braun
Davol/C R Bard
Cook
Covidien
Ethicon
LifeCell
Synovis Life Technologies
TEI Biosciences
W.L.Gore

There are several issues and/or trends that are directly and indirectly affecting the hernia repair market. Although hernia repair has been performed for many years, technological advances in both methods and materials have had a large impact on the market recently and will continue to influence the market in the future. Some of the issues and trends impacting the market today and in the future include:

Advances in Hernia Repair
Sports Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Hernia Repair
Procedures in England
Fetal Treatment of Hernia Repair
Robotics, MIS and Hernia Repair
Physio Hernia Repair
Hospital Acquired Infections
Kugel Recall
Biotextile Hernia Implants
Obesity, Men, and Hernia Development
Implantable Electrical Stimulator
PatchAssist Hernia Mesh Placement Tool
Patent Analysis

The report’s geographic scope is worldwide with information for specific geographical regions; world demographics; life expectancy by country, and other general issues affecting the market. Information is presented as a worldwide overview, with special emphasis on the U.S., Europe, and other key markets. A market summary includes market analysis by product and region and a competitive analysis of leading providers. Additionally, key company profiles are included.

The information for this report was gathered using both primary and secondary research including comprehensive research of secondary sources such as company literature, databases, investment reports, and medical and business journals. Telephone interviews and email correspondence were the primary method of gathering information. For the purpose of this study, Kalorama Information conducted interviews with more than 16 key industry officials, consultants, health care providers, and government personnel. These sources were the primary basis in gathering information specifically relating to revenue and market share data presented in this report.

Additional interviews were completed with relevant company representatives including marketing directors, division managers, and product representatives.

The market is segmented by product type: The worldwide hernia market is composed of two major product types:

Polymer and Prosthetic Mesh
Biologic
Market numbers are provided for:

United States
Europe
Asia and Rest of World
All market data pertains to the world market at the manufacturers’ level. The base year for data was 2009. Historical data was provided for the years 2008, with forecast data provided for 2010 through 2015. Compound annual growth rates (CAGRs) are provided for 2008-2015 periods for each region and/or segment covered. Competitive analysis is provided for the year 2009. The forecasted market analysis for 2009-2015 was largely based on demographic trends, new developments, innovative technology and global expansion.

Table Of Contents

CHAPTER ONE: EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Background
Scope and Methodology
Size and Growth of the Market
Key Issues and Trends Affecting Market
Leading Competitors

CHAPTER TWO: INTRODUCTION
Overview
Types of Hernias
Inguinal Hernia
Indirect
Direct
Anterior Approaches
Plug-and-Patch Repair
Posterior Approaches
Femoral Hernia
Umbilical Hernia
Ventral Hernia
Hiatal Hernia<
Risk Factors
Complications of Hernia Repair Procedures
World Demographics
Prevalence, Incidence and Mortality
Insurance for the Elderly in the United States
Wound Healing in Hernia Repair
Hernia Wound Healing Process
Defense Against Injury<
Mononuclear Phagocyte System
Inflammatory Response
Wound Healing Process
Primary Intention
Secondary Intention
Tertiary Intention
Delays of Hernia Wound Healing
Complications of Wound Healing
Hypertrophic Scars and Keloid Formation
Contracture
Dehiscence
Excess Granulation Tissue
Adhesions

CHAPTER THREE: HERNIA REPAIR PROCEDURES AND SPECIALTY PRODUCT ANALYSIS
Types of Hernia Repair Procedures
Tension Repair
Open Tension-free Repair
Laparoscopic Tension-free Repair
Other Tension-Free Methods
Overview of Products
Mesh Repair
Product Properties
Polymers
Polypropylene
Polyester
PTFE
Biologics
Prosthetic Mesh Repairs
Industry Participants and Product Description
Bard/Davol
Ethicon
Minnesota Medical Development
Covidien
TEI BioSciences
LifeCell
Organogenesis
W.L. Gore
Cook
Atrium
Surgical-IOC
GfE Medizintechnik GmbH
B Braun Aesculap Division
Synovis Life Technologies
Nicast Ltd
SafeStitch Medical
Biomerix Corp
Aspide Medical
Tutogen Medical

CHAPTER FOUR: ISSUES AND TRENDS
Advances In Hernia Repair
BioMD
T-Shaped Prosthesis
Sports Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Hernia Repair
Procedures in England
Fetal Treatment of Hernia
Robotics, MIS and Hernia Repair
Physio Hernia Repair
Hospital- Acquired Infection
Kugel Recall
Biotextile Hernia Implants
Obesity, Men and Hernia Development
Implantable Electrical Stimulator
PatchAssist Hernia Mesh Placement Tool
Patent Analysis of top competitors

CHAPTER FIVE: MARKET AND COMPETITOR ANALYSIS
Market Overview
Market Analysis by Product Type
Market Analysis by Country
Competitive Analysis

CHAPTER SIX: LEADING MANUFACTURERS
Overview
Atrium Medical Corporation
B Braun Aesculap Division
Cook Group/ Cook Medical
Covidien Ltd.
CR Bard/Davol
Ethicon, Inc.
LifeCell Corporation
Synovis Life Technologies, Inc
TEI Biosciences
W. L. Gore & Associates Inc

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