Fungal Eye Infection Market

By Diagnosis;

CT Scan, MR Scan, Chromosome Analysis, and Ultrasonography

By Treatment;

Eye Surgery and Others

By End User;

Hospitals & Clinics, and Research Centers

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031)
Report ID: Rn424851204 Published Date: August, 2025 Updated Date: September, 2025

Fungal Eye Infection Market Overview

Fungal Eye Infection Market (USD Million)

Fungal Eye Infection Market was valued at USD 1147.40 million in the year 2024. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 1725.26 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 6.0%.


Fungal Eye Infection Market

*Market size in USD million

CAGR 6.0 %


Study Period2025 - 2031
Base Year2024
CAGR (%)6.0 %
Market Size (2024)USD 1147.40 Million
Market Size (2031)USD 1725.26 Million
Market ConcentrationMedium
Report Pages346
1147.40
2024
1725.26
2031

Major Players

  • Novartis AG
  • Pfizer Inc
  • Santen Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd
  • Alcon Inc
  • Valeant Pharmaceuticals International Inc
  • Bayer AG
  • Allergan plc
  • Abbott Laboratories
  • Bausch Health Companies Inc
  • Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Market Concentration

Consolidated - Market dominated by 1 - 5 major players

Fungal Eye Infection Market

Fragmented - Highly competitive market without dominant players


The Fungal Eye Infection Market is being driven by next-gen diagnostics—PCR, antigen testing, and high-resolution imaging—used in over 40% of cases, enabling faster intervention and improved outcomes. Ongoing collaboration between diagnostic labs and clinics is elevating care standards and boosting growth in the diagnostic market.

Integrated Service Models Enhance Patient Experience
More than 35% of ophthalmology providers are integrating diagnostics, antifungal treatment, and telehealth services through strategic partnerships with hospitals, specialty clinics, and industry players. These integrated models—supported by M&A activity—are enabling faster treatment pathways and broader expansion of eye care services.

Escalating Incidence Fuels Treatment Uptake
With fungal keratitis cases representing 6–25% of corneal infections and the market valued at around 0.8 billion USD in 2024, treatment demand is increasing. Topical azoles, polyenes, and combination therapies are being widely adopted. This heightened prevalence underlines robust market growth across geographies.

Market Consolidation Boosts Infrastructure Reach
About 38% of market participants have merged or partnered to unify diagnostics, treatment, and clinical services—from lab kits to hospital delivery. This vertical integration enhances supply chains, accelerates innovation momentum, and promotes widespread growth and expansion in fungal eye infection care.

  1. Introduction
    1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    2. Research Methodology
    3. Abbreviations
  2. Market Definition & Study Scope
  3. Executive Summary
    1. Market Snapshot, By Diagnosis
    2. Market Snapshot, By Treatment
    3. Market Snapshot, By End User
    4. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. Fungal Eye Infection Market Dynamics
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Increasing incidence of eye infections
        2. Advancements in diagnostic techniques
        3. Growing awareness about eye health
        4. Technological innovations in treatment
      2. Restraints
        1. High treatment costs
        2. Limited access to healthcare facilities
        3. Side effects of antifungal drugs
        4. Lack of skilled ophthalmologists
      3. Opportunities
        1. Emerging economies healthcare infrastructure
        2. Development of novel therapies
        3. Rising investment in research activities
        4. Collaborative efforts by pharmaceutical companies
    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. Fungal Eye Infection Market, By Diagnosis, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. CT Scan
      2. MR Scan
      3. Chromosome Analysis
      4. Ultrasonography
    2. Fungal Eye Infection Market, By Treatment, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Eye Surgery
      2. Others
    3. Fungal Eye Infection Market, By End User, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Hospitals & Clinics
      2. Research Centers
    4. Fungal Eye Infection 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
        6. ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Countries)
        7. 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. Novartis AG
      2. Pfizer Inc
      3. Santen Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd
      4. Alcon Inc
      5. Valeant Pharmaceuticals International Inc
      6. Bayer AG
      7. Allergan plc
      8. Abbott Laboratories
      9. Bausch Health Companies Inc
      10. Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market