Vitreoretinal Surgery Devices Market Trends

Vitreoretinal Surgery Devices Market Trends

The rapidly aging population is anticipated to spur the industry progression in the coming years. The WHO data estimates that the geriatric population is slated to double in the years from 2015 to 2050. The elderly population aged above 60 years is poised to showcase threefold growth during 2010 and 2050, reaching about 1.3 billion. Moreover, as per the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) estimates, by the year 2050, approximately 25% individuals in Asia Pacific region will be aged more than 60 years. Eye-related disorders are increasingly prevalent among the elderly population as aging affects vision and the ability to focus.
 

The increasing elderly population affected with vision related conditions is set to fuel the vitreoretinal surgery devices market demand. The most frequent causes of vision impairment among the aging populace include the age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma, cataract, and diabetic retinopathy among others. Due to the increasing susceptibility and impaired vision, the prevalence of these disorders is commonly profound in people aged 60 and above.