Pleural Cavity Drainage Market

By Product Type;

Chest Drainage Systems, Pleural Catheters, Drainage Bottles & Bags, Accessories (Tubes, Connectors and Suction Devices) and Others

By Procedure;

Thoracentesis, Tube Thoracostomy, Pleurodesis and Others

By Application;

Pneumothorax, Pleural Effusion, Hemothorax, Empyema, Post-Surgical Drainage and Others

By End-User;

Hospitals, Ambulatory Surgical Centers, Specialty Clinics, Homecare Settings and Others

By Material;

Silicone, Polyurethane, PVC and Others

By Distribution Channel;

Direct Sales, Medical Device Distributors, Online Platforms and Others

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031)
Report ID: Rn588537936 Published Date: September, 2025 Updated Date: October, 2025

Pleural Cavity Drainage Market Overview

Pleural Cavity Drainage Market (USD Million)

Pleural Cavity Drainage Market was valued at USD 429.60 million in the year 2024. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 604.49 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 5.0%.


Pleural Cavity Drainage Market

*Market size in USD million

CAGR 5.0 %


Study Period2025 - 2031
Base Year2024
CAGR (%)5.0 %
Market Size (2024)USD 429.60 Million
Market Size (2031)USD 604.49 Million
Market ConcentrationMedium
Report Pages384
429.60
2024
604.49
2031

Major Players

  • CHIMED Srl
  • Smiths Medical
  • Merit Medical Systems, Inc.
  • Plastimed
  • Dispomedica GmbH
  • Redax
  • Becton, Dickinson and Company
  • PACIFIC HOSPITAL SUPPLY CO. LTD.
  • B. Braun Melsungen AG
  • ARMSTRONG MEDICAL
  • Cook
  • mediplusindia.com
  • ASID BONZ GmbH

Market Concentration

Consolidated - Market dominated by 1 - 5 major players

Pleural Cavity Drainage Market

Fragmented - Highly competitive market without dominant players


The Pleural Cavity Drainage Market is seeing heightened focus as medical providers prioritize effective treatment of pleural effusion and related respiratory conditions. More than 60% of hospitals are incorporating pleural drainage systems into emergency and critical care workflows. This rise is linked to the need for quicker, safer intervention, driving demand for specialized tools that ensure high-quality outcomes in respiratory care.

Technological Improvements Fueling Innovation
Breakthroughs in drainage technology are paving the way for safer and more efficient procedures. With 45% of manufacturers now investing in flexible and advanced catheter designs, the industry is witnessing steady progress. These innovations are opening up opportunities in minimally invasive care, reshaping how clinicians manage fluid buildup in the pleural cavity, and supporting new strategies in surgical care delivery.

Mergers Enhancing Technological Access
A notable percentage of leading companies are leveraging mergers and acquisitions to acquire niche technologies and broaden their portfolios. With 40% of these strategic moves aimed at expanding into comprehensive care platforms, the market is experiencing rapid expansion. These integrations are enabling better access to advanced tools across hospital settings, reinforcing the overall demand for pleural drainage solutions.

Optimistic Trends for Market Expansion
The future outlook for the market is positive, backed by over 55% of hospitals upgrading their critical care facilities. Growth is being driven by increased focus on respiratory health, along with rising adoption of innovative and safer drainage devices. With ongoing technological advancements, enhanced procedural precision, and broadening clinical acceptance, the Pleural Cavity Drainage Market is poised for sustained growth.

  1. Introduction
    1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    2. Research Methodology
    3. Abbreviations
  2. Market Definition & Study Scope
  3. Executive Summary
    1. Market Snapshot, By Product Type
    2. Market Snapshot, By Procedure
    3. Market Snapshot, By Applications
    4. Market Snapshot, By End-User
    5. Market Snapshot, By Material
    6. Market Snapshot, By Distribution Channel
    7. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. Pleural Cavity Drainage Market Dynamics
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Increasing Prevalence of Respiratory Diseases
        2. Aging Population
        3. Advancements in Medical Technology
      2. Restraints
        1. High Cost of Advanced Pleural Drainage Systems
        2. Complications and Risks Associated with Pleural Drainage
        3. Lack of Skilled Healthcare Professionals
      3. Opportunities
        1. Emerging Markets
        2. Home Healthcare and Remote Monitoring
        3. Integration with Digital Health Technologies
    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. Pleural Cavity Drainage Market, By Product Type, 2021- 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Chest Drainage Systems
      2. Pleural Catheters
      3. Drainage Bottles & Bags
      4. Accessories
        1. Tubes
        2. Connectors
        3. Suction Devices
      5. Others
    2. Pleural Cavity Drainage Market, By Procedure, 2021- 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Thoracentesis
      2. Tube Thoracostomy
      3. Pleurodesis
      4. Others
    3. Pleural Cavity Drainage Market, By Application, 2021- 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Pneumothorax
      2. Pleural Effusion
      3. Hemothorax
      4. Empyema
      5. Post-Surgical Drainage
      6. Others
    4. Pleural Cavity Drainage Market, By End-User, 2021- 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Hospitals
      2. Ambulatory Surgical Centers
      3. Specialty Clinics
      4. Homecare Settings
      5. Others
    5. Pleural Cavity Drainage Market, By Material, 2021- 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Silicone
      2. Polyurethane
      3. PVC
      4. Others
    6. Pleural Cavity Drainage Market, By Distribution Channel, 2021- 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Direct Sales
      2. Medical Device Distributors
      3. Online Platforms
      4. Others
    7. Pleural Cavity Drainage 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. Medtronic plc
      2. Teleflex Incorporated
      3. Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD)
      4. Smiths Medical (ICU Medical, Inc.)
      5. Cook Medical LLC
      6. Cardinal Health, Inc.
      7. Boston Scientific Corporation
      8. Thoramet Surgical Systems, Inc.
      9. Stryker Corporation
      10. Rocket Medical plc
      11. ATMOS MedizinTechnik GmbH & Co. KG
      12. PAHSCO (Pacific Hospital Supply Co., Ltd.)
      13. Medela AG
      14. Vygon SA
      15. Argon Medical Devices, Inc.
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market