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The gynecological examination chairs market is expected to register a CAGR of more than 3% during the forecast period (2022-2027).

The COVID-19 pandemic is an unprecedented health concern and has impacted the gynecological examination chairs market. In addition, as per an April 2021 published article, "Gynecologic Surgery during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Is Universal Screening Mandatory?", the number of gynecologic surgeries performed increased with a return to full-scale surgery since June 2020. In addition, as per a July 2021 article titled, "Gynecological Laparoscopic Surgeries in the Era of COVID-19 Pandemic: A Prospective Study", the results revealed that 68.3% were emergency cases, while the rest were classified as semi-emergencies. As per the study, fibroid and adenomyosis with failed medical management (48.3%), followed by cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (10%), and malignancies (10%) accounted for the semi-emergency cases, while ruptured ectopic pregnancies (13.3%) and torsion and ovarian cysts (18.4%) comprised the emergency cases. The same source also reports that gynecological surgeries could continue to be safely performed with all precautions against COVID-19 infection and related morbidities. Thus, such studies indicate that the COVID-19 pandemic has positively impacted market growth.

The major factors affecting the market growth are the growing number of gynecological procedures, increasing demand for technologically advanced products, and rising awareness about gynecological diagnosis and treatment. The growing number of gynecological procedures increases the demand for gynecological examination chairs. Gynecology surgeries include surgical procedures involving the organs and structure of the female pelvic region: the uterus, ovaries, cervix, fallopian tubes, vagina, and vulva. A few common gynecology surgeries are cervical cryosurgery, colposcopy, dilation and curettage, hysteroscopy, and pelvic laparoscopy, among other surgical procedures. For instance, according to the GLOBOCAN 2020 report, 1,495,211 new cases of cervix uteri cancer were diagnosed, while 341,831 people died because of it in 2020 globally. The increasing burden of gynecological disorders is also propelling the market's growth.

In addition, to the research study published in March 2021, titled "Principles and Safe Use of Electrosurgery in Minimally Invasive Surgery", electrosurgery is the most commonly used form of surgical energy in both open and minimally invasive surgery. Advanced electrosurgical devices have revolutionised laparoscopic surgery with increasing uptake of more complex procedures. This factor is also driving the growth in gynecology surgery that is driving the demand for gynecological examination chairs, thereby increasing the market growth.

However, there is a lack of developed healthcare infrastructure in developing and underdeveloped regions and high costs associated with gynecological chairs.

Gynecological Examination Chairs Market Trends

Gynecological Cancer Segment is Expected to Hold a Major Market Share in the Market Over the Forecast Period

By application, the gynecological cancer segment is expected to hold a major share in the market. Gynecologic cancer is any cancer that starts in a woman's reproductive organs. Cancer is always named for the part of the body where it starts. Gynecologic cancers begin in different places within a woman's pelvis, the area below the stomach, and between the hip bones. The major factors affecting the segment growth are the increasing burden of gynecological cancer and increasing awareness of its early diagnosis. For instance, in GLOBOCAN 2020, the estimated number of new ovary cancer cases is 314,000 in 2020, which is estimated to reach 446,000. As per the same source, the new cases of vaginal cancer will be 17,900 in 2020, and the number is estimated to reach 27,200 in 2040.

In addition, as per a February 2022 update by the World Health Organization (WHO), cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer among women globally, with an estimated 604,000 new cases and 342,000 deaths in 2020. Such statistics indicate the growing number of visits for cervical cancer in hospitals, reflecting the increasing demand for gynecological examination chairs, thereby contributing to the market growth.

Thus, owing to the above developments, the market is expected to witness significant growth over the forecast period.

North America is Expected to Hold a Significant Share in the Market and Expected to do Same Over the Forecast Period

Within North America, the United States holds a major share of the market. The major factors affecting the market growth are the increasing burden of gynecology procedures and improved healthcare infrastructure. They are increasing awareness regarding gynecology cancer, thereby increasing the demand for gynecological examination chairs in hospitals and clinical settings. For instance, as of September 2021, by the North Oaks, United States, September is National Ovarian and Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month. As per the same source, this is the perfect time for women to schedule their well-woman exams and determine if they or someone they love are due for an important preventive health screening. Such developments reflect the increasing demand for gynecological examination chairs.

In addition, the increasing burden of gynecology cancers increases the demand for gynecological examination chairs. For instance, as per a January 2022 update by the American Cancer Society, about 14,100 new cases of invasive cervical cancer will be diagnosed, and about 4,280 women will die from cervical cancer. Such statistics indicate the rising demand for gynecological examination chairs, fueling the market growth.

Furthermore, the recommendations of the minimum number of visits by public organizations are also propelling the market's growth. For instance, the Agency of Healthcare Research and Quality article titled "Schedule of Visits and Use of Telemedicine for Routine Antenatal Care," published in August 2021, reported that antenatal care is one of the most common preventive health services in the United States, which is accessed by nearly 4 million women annually. The same source also reported that in the United States, current recommendations include 12 to 14 office-based visits for low-risk pregnant patients, in addition to laboratory testing and ultrasounds. Such recommendations for several office-based visits to the gynecologist are expected to boost the growth of the gynecological examination chair market.

Thus, the market is expected to witness significant growth over the forecast period due to the above developments.

Gynecological Examination Chairs Market Competitor Analysis

The gynecological examination chairs market is competitive with several global and international players. The key players are adopting different growth strategies to enhance their market presence, such as partnerships, agreements, collaborations, new product launches, geographical expansions, mergers, and acquisitions-Sohne GmbH & Co.KG, among other players.

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