Global Ascites Market Growth, Share, Size, Trends and Forecast (2025 - 2031)

By Types;

Transudative Ascites and Exudate Ascites.

By Diagnosis;

Ultrasound , CT Scan , Laparoscopy, and Angiography.

By Treatment;

Surgeries, Medication, and Paracentesis.

By End User;

Hospitals & Clinics , Ambulatory Surgical Center, and Diagnostic Centres.

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031).
Report ID: Rn741082269 Published Date: March, 2025 Updated Date: May, 2025

Introduction

Global Ascites Market (USD Million), 2021 - 2031

In the year 2024, the Global Ascites Market was valued at USD 3,239.81 million. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 4,263.37 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 4.0%.

The global ascites market is witnessing significant growth and evolution driven by various factors, including increasing incidences of liver cirrhosis, cancer, heart failure, and other diseases leading to ascites accumulation. Ascites, characterized by the accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity, presents considerable challenges in patient management and quality of life. This condition often arises as a complication of advanced liver disease, such as cirrhosis, where the liver's ability to function is severely compromised. Additionally, ascites can result from malignancies affecting various organs, such as ovarian, pancreatic, or gastrointestinal cancers.

The rising prevalence of chronic liver diseases, fueled by factors like alcohol abuse, hepatitis infections, and metabolic disorders, is a primary driver behind the expanding ascites treatment market. Moreover, the aging population worldwide contributes significantly to the increasing incidence of ascites, as age-related changes in liver function and comorbidities become more prevalent. These demographic shifts, coupled with lifestyle changes and environmental factors, underscore the pressing need for effective therapies and management strategies for ascites.

Advancements in medical technology and the pharmaceutical sector have led to the development of innovative treatment options for ascites management. Therapeutic interventions range from dietary modifications and diuretic medications to more invasive procedures such as paracentesis and transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS) placement. Additionally, the emergence of novel pharmaceutical agents targeting the underlying mechanisms of fluid retention and hepatic dysfunction holds promise for improving patient outcomes and reducing the burden of ascites-related complications.

The growing emphasis on personalized medicine and precision healthcare is driving research efforts towards identifying biomarkers, genetic factors, and molecular pathways associated with ascites development and progression. This deeper understanding of the disease mechanisms not only facilitates early diagnosis and risk stratification but also opens avenues for the development of targeted therapies tailored to individual patient profiles.

Despite these advancements, challenges persist in the ascites treatment landscape, including limited access to healthcare services, disparities in disease management practices, and the high economic burden associated with prolonged hospitalizations and disease complications. Addressing these challenges requires a comprehensive approach involving healthcare stakeholders, policymakers, and research institutions to promote awareness, improve healthcare infrastructure, and foster innovation in ascites management.

The global ascites market is characterized by a dynamic interplay of disease burden, technological innovation, and evolving treatment paradigms. With a growing emphasis on holistic patient care and therapeutic advancements, the future holds promising prospects for improving outcomes and enhancing the quality of life for individuals affected by ascites and related conditions.

  1. Introduction
    1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    2. Research Methodology
    3. Abbreviations
  2. Market Definition & Study Scope
  3. Executive Summary
    1. Market Snapshot, By Types
    2. Market Snapshot, By Diagnosis
    3. Market Snapshot, By Treatment
    4. Market Snapshot, By End User
    5. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. Global Ascites Market Dynamics
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Genetic Factors

        2. Molecular Pathways

        3. Personalized Medicine

        4. Healthcare Infrastructure

      2. Restraints
        1. Limited treatment options

        2. High economic burden

        3. Healthcare disparities

        4. Access to healthcare services

      3. Opportunities
        1. Therapeutic Innovation

        2. Precision Medicine

        3. Biomarker Identification

        4. Disease Management Practices

    2. PEST Analysis
      1. Political Analysis
      2. Economic Analysis
      3. Social Analysis
      4. Technological Analysis
    3. Porter's Analysis
      1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
      3. Threat of Substitutes
      4. Threat of New Entrants
      5. Competitive Rivalry
  5. Market Segmentation
    1. Global Ascites Market, By Types, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Transudative Ascites
      2. Exudate Ascites
    2. Global Ascites Market, By Diagnosis, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Ultrasound
      2. CT Scan
      3. Laparoscopy
      4. Angiography
    3. Global Ascites Market, By Treatment, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Surgeries
      2. Medication
      3. Paracentesis
    4. Global Ascites Market, By End User, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Hospitals & Clinics
      2. Ambulatory Surgical Center
      3. Diagnostic Centres
    5. Global Ascites Market, By Geography, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. North America
        1. United States
        2. Canada
      2. Europe
        1. Germany
        2. United Kingdom
        3. France
        4. Italy
        5. Spain
        6. Nordic
        7. Benelux
        8. Rest of Europe
      3. Asia Pacific
        1. Japan
        2. China
        3. India
        4. Australia & New Zealand
        5. South Korea ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Countries)
        6. Rest of Asia Pacific
      4. Middle East & Africa
        1. GCC
        2. Israel
        3. South Africa
        4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
      5. Latin America
        1. Brazil
        2. Mexico
        3. Argentina
        4. Rest of Latin America
  6. Competitive Landscape
    1. Company Profiles
      1. Sequana Medical
      2. BioVie
      3. PharmaCyte Biotech Inc.
      4. Fresenius SE & Co. KGaA
      5. BD
      6. GI Supply
      7. Medtronic
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market