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Urinary Drainage Bags Market Size, Share & Industry Analysis, By Product (Leg Bags and Large Capacity Bags), By Capacity (0-500 ml, 500-1000 ml, 1000-2000 ml, and more than 2000 ml), By Number of Chambers (Single Chamber, 2 Chamber, 3 Chamber), End-user (Hospitals, Clinics, Ambulatory Surgical Centers, Home Care, and Others), and Regional Forecast 2019-2032

Last Updated: November 17, 2025 | Format: PDF | Report ID: FBI101596

 

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The global urinary drainage bags market size was valued at USD 1,007.8 million in 2018 and is projected to reach USD 1,964.4 million by 2032, exhibiting a CAGR of 4.9% during the forecast period (2018-2032). Europe dominated the urinary drainage bags market with a market share of 46.37% in 2018.

Urine drainage bags are the external urine collection bags classified under urinary incontinence (UI) products. These are used by patients who suffer from urinary incontinence (UI) and by patients with limited mobility as well as bedridden patients. Urine incontinence bags are attached to the end of the catheters to collect the urine as it flows through the bladder.

According to a report published by the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) in 2019, it is estimated that the prevalence of urinary incontinence ranges from 5% to 70% and the prevalence rate is likely to increase with the increase in age; especially in women aged between 40 years to 70 years. Additionally, according to the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence, 34% of women suffered from urinary incontinence in the U.K. in 2017.

  • Europe witnessed a urinary drainage bags market growth from USD 447.3 Million in 2017 to USD 467.3 Million in 2018.

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The growing prevalence of urinary incontinence & the rise in geriatric patient population around the globe are likely to upsurge the demand for urinary incontinence bags during the forecast period. Moreover, rise in healthcare expenditure by many countries and different capacities of urinary drainage bags offered by numerous key players are anticipated to fuel the market in the forthcoming years.

Global Urinary Drainage Bags Market Overview

Market Size & Forecast:

  • 2018 Market Size: USD 1,007.8 million
  • 2032 Forecast Market Size: USD 1,964.4 million
  • CAGR: 4.9% from 2018–2032

Market Share:

  • Europe dominated the urinary drainage bags market with a 46.37% share in 2018, driven by increasing healthcare expenditure, rising bladder cancer cases, and strong government and non-profit initiatives for awareness and cost management of urinary incontinence products.
  • By product type, the leg bags segment is expected to retain its largest market share owing to high adoption rates, enhanced patient independence, anti-reflux safety features, and suitability for average urine output volumes.

Key Country Highlights:

  • United States: Market driven by rising prevalence of urinary incontinence, high awareness of urinary collection devices, and expanding home care usage among the elderly.
  • Europe: Supported by healthcare funding, strong distribution networks, and active non-profit organizations promoting awareness of urinary incontinence solutions.
  • China: Growth fueled by expanding healthcare access, increasing chronic disease cases, and adoption of cost-effective urinary collection bags.
  • Japan: Driven by rising hospital admissions for urinary incontinence, product innovation, and increased preference for high-quality drainage solutions.

MARKET DRIVERS

“Growing prevalence of urinary incontinence to drive the urine bags market during the forecast period”

The rapid rise in the prevalence of disabilities resulting in limited mobility and the growing prevalence of urine incontinence around the globe are some of the major factors that are anticipated to drive market growth during the forecast period. Limited mobility in bedridden patients is associated with urinary incontinence, which can profoundly impact the quality of life of the patient and could add a significant burden on the patient’s family and caretakers.

According to the data published by BC Medical Journal in 2017, it has been estimated that the geriatric population older than 65 years is projected to increase from 24% to 28% in coming years and a parallel growth opportunities in the prevalence of urinary incontinence among them is likely to increase the demand for urine collection devices during the forecast years. Additionally, the growing adoption of long-term care and home care centers among the geriatric population will likely propel the growth of the urinary drainage bags industry in the forthcoming years.

People suffering from diabetes and patients in the older stage of Alzheimer’s disease often face problems with urinary incontinence. Also, many women across the globe suffer from pelvic organ prolapse, a condition when a pelvic organ shifts out from their normal position, disabling the function of urethra further, causing urine leakage, elevating the demand for urinary collection bags.

According to a report published by Alzheimer’s disease Facts and Figures in 2019, an estimated 5.8 million Americans are suffering from Alzheimer’s dementia, and the number is likely to escalate rapidly with rising in the older population age 65 years and older in the United States in the coming years.

Growing healthcare expenditure and the presence of numerous key players offering a wide range of urinary drainage bags with differing volume capacities are anticipated to boost the urine collection bags industry growth during the forecast period.

SEGMENTATION

By Product Analysis

“Growing adoption of leg bags likely to propel market growth”

Based on product type, the urinary drainage bags market segments include leg bags and large-capacity bags. The leg bags segment held the largest market share in 2018 and is projected to expand at a considerably high CAGR during the forecast period. Leg bags enhance independence among catheter users by helping them empty their leg bags without any struggle and maintain their privacy. Also, leg urine bags promote proper hydration and minimize the risk of urine backflow with an anti-reflux valve, thus reducing the risk of urinary tract infection.

  • By product, the leg bags segment is expected to hold a 61.4% share in 2025.

There has been a significant adoption of leg bags with drainage capacity ranging between 500 and 1000 ml, which is attributable to their suitability for collecting average urine output volume and the presence of a large number of leg bags with this capacity.

The large capacity bags segment is the second-largest segment that is anticipated to grow at a significant rate during the forecast period due to the growing usage of large-capacity bags in both hospitals and healthcare providers due to their cost-effective nature

By Capacity Analysis

“500-1000 ml urinary drainage bags segment is likely to witness a significant CAGR during the forecast period.”

The increasing prevalence of urinary incontinence among physically active individuals is likely to boost the demand for medium-capacity drainage bags that do not require frequent emptying and enhance patients' quality of life. With the growing incidence of urinary disorders, the 500-1000 ml urinary drainage bag segment is expected to experience a higher CAGR during the analysis period.

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Additionally, increasing product launches and the availability of a wide variety of product offerings in the 500-1000 ml urinary drainage bags type could further augment the growth of this segment during the forecast period. The increasing number of chronic diseases and the growing number of surgical procedures worldwide will likely enhance the adoption rate of 1000-2000 ml urinary drainage bags in the forthcoming years.

  • By drainage bag capacity, the 500-1000 ml segment is projected to generate USD 615.7 million in revenue by 2025.

By Number of Chambers Analysis

“Single-chamber urinary drainage bags segment is anticipated to dominate the urinary drainage bags market in terms of market share during the forecast period.”

The number of chamber segments in the urinary drainage bag is classified into a single chamber, 2 chambers, and 3 chamber segments. Among them, the single-chamber bags segment is expected to dominate the market due to the growing number of surgical procedures, wider product offerings by the key players, and larger customer awareness regarding the product type. However, 2 chamber bags are estimated to grow at a faster rate owing to better comfort and wearability of the bag type

By End-user Analysis

“Hospitals segment held the highest market share in Global Market”

The hospital segment captured the market share of the major urinary drainage bags in terms of the end-user segment in the market report. This is mainly due to higher facilities and healthcare infrastructure available in hospitals compared to home care settings. The hospital segment is anticipated to continue its dominance in the forthcoming years, owing to a rise in the number of surgeries performed in hospitals and the growing cases of hospitalization among patients suffering from urinary incontinence.

The ambulatory surgery centers segment is projected to witness remarkable growth during the forecast year, owing to the opportunities offered to patients in selected surgical and procedural services outside the hospital.

However, due to the increasing preference of the older population for home care settings for the treatment and recovery of chronic diseases, the segment is projected to experience significant growth during the forecast period.

REGIONAL ANALYSIS

Europe will likely dominate the market throughout the forecast period among the regional segmentations. The increasing healthcare expenditure and rising cases of bladder cancer are estimated to augment the market in Europe. According to the recent studies published by Globocan (2018), an estimated 25,000 new cases of bladder cancer were recorded in Germany in the year of 2018.

  • Europe is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 4.5% during the forecast period.

According to the report, the European market was valued at USD 467.3 million in 2018. Furthermore, the market was worth USD 447.3 million in 2017. Given the rise from 2017 to 2018, the market is expected to rise at a higher CAGR in the forthcoming years. According to the National Health Services (NHS), approximately 6 million people had urinary incontinence in 2017. The increasing severity of this health condition is expected to fuel demand for urinary drainage bags in Europe over the projected horizon.

Governing bodies like the European Union of Medical Association (EMEA) and the National Health Service (NHS) help manage the cost burden of medical devices and pharmaceutical products experienced by the patient and the consumer. Additionally, various non-profit organizations in the European countries focus on spreading awareness regarding urinary incontinence products such as urinary catheters and urinary collection bags. All these factors are likely to fuel the growth of the urinary drainage bag industry at a significant rate in Europe during the forecast period.

Europe Urinary Drainage Bags Market Size, 2015-2026 (USD Million)

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North America is anticipated to grow at a significant rate during the forecast period owing to a rise in the prevalence of urinary continence and increasing awareness about the presence of a wide variety of urinary collection devices. According to the report published by the National Association for Continence (NAFC), an estimated 75%- 80% of American women suffer from urinary incontinence every year.

Growing demand for cost-effective urinary collection bags and a rise in hospitalizations due to the growing prevalence of chronic diseases, such as diabetes, will likely boost the market in the Asia Pacific during the forecast period.

  • The urinary drainage bags market in Japan is expected to reach USD 57.6 million by 2025.
  • China is projected to witness a strong CAGR of 6.10% during the forecast period.

The market in Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa is likely to expand due to the growing demand for urinary collection bags among patients with overactive bladders and chronic diseases.

INDUSTRY KEY PLAYERS

“Strong brand presence and wide product offerings are likely to propel the urinary drainage bags market growth globally”

Coloplast A/S is one of the leading players in the urine bags market with a strong brand presence combined with a wide range of product offerings. Coloplast A/S is likely to dominate the global market owing to the strong emphasis on the distribution of urinary drainage bags across various countries as well as persistent investments in research and development for the launch of cost-effective and comfortable urinary drainage bags.

Other players engaged in the manufacturing of urinary drainage bags with a considerable market share include ConvaTec Group PLC, Hollister Incorporated, Medline Industries, Inc., and other prominent players.

List of Key Companies Covered:

  • Coloplast A/S
  • ConvaTec Group PLC
  • Clinisupplies Ltd. (Healthium Medtech)
  • Flexicare Medical Limited
  • Teleflex Incorporated
  • BD
  • Medline Industries, Inc.
  • Hollister Incorporated
  • Manfred Sauer GmbH
  • Others

REPORT COVERAGE

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The report provides qualitative and quantitative insights on the urinary drainage bags market trends and detailed analysis of size & growth rate for all possible segments of the market. This market is segmented by product, capacity, and number of chambers, end-user, and geography. Based on the product, the urinary drainage bags market analysis is classified into leg bags and large capacity bags. By capacity type, the market is categorized into 0-500 ml, 500-1000 ml, 1000-2000 ml, and more than 2000 ml. Based on the number of the chambers, the market is segmented into the single chamber, 2-chambers, and 3-chambers. By the end-user, the market is segmented into hospitals, clinics, ambulatory surgical centers, home care, and others. Geographically, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa.

Along with this, the urinary drainage bags market report provides an elaborative analysis of the market dynamics and competitive landscape. Various key insights presented in the report are the price trend analysis, recent key industry developments, prevalence of urinary incontinence for key countries/region, mergers & acquisitions, number of urological and gynecological surgeries for 2018, among others.

Report Scope & Segmentation

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 DETAILS

Study Period

  2015-2026

Base Year

  2018

Forecast Period

  2019-2026

Historical Period

  2015-2017

Unit

  Value (USD Million)

Segmentation

By Product

  • Leg Bags
  • Large Capacity Bags

By Capacity

  • 0-500 ml
  • 500-1000 ml
  • 1000-2000 ml
  • More than 2000 ml

By Number of Chamber

  • Single Chamber
  • 2-chambers
  • 3-chambers

By End-user

  • Hospitals
  • Clinics
  • Ambulatory Surgical Centers
  • Home Care
  • Others

By Geography

  • North America
  • Europe
  • Asia Pacific
  • Latin America
  • Middle East & Africa

 

INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT:

  • July 2019: Clinisupplies Ltd. announced a collaboration with Alliance Healthcare for the distribution and supply of its products in the U.K.
  • December 2017: BD, a global leader in medical technology, announced the completion of the acquisition of C. R. Bard, Inc., including the business of urology and urinary incontinence products.
  • November 2016: Coloplast, a leader in urology devices, announced the completion of the acquisition of urological device supplier Comfort Medical, LLC. for an estimated USD 160 Mn.   


Frequently Asked Questions

As per our (Fortune Business Insights) study, the market was valued at USD 1,007.81 Million in 2018 and is projected to reach USD 1,964.4 million by 2032

Europe is expected to hold the highest share in the market.

The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.9% during the forecast period (2019-2032).

The leg bags segment dominated the market in 2018 due to their ease of use, mobility support, and features like anti-reflux valves. Leg bags with 500–1000 ml capacity are widely preferred due to their ideal urine collection volume and comfort.

Key drivers include the rising prevalence of urinary incontinence, growth in the geriatric population, increased surgical procedures, and greater adoption of home and long-term care solutions. These factors are increasing demand for both leg and large-capacity drainage bags.

Coloplast A/S, ConvaTec Group PLC, Flexicare Medical Limited, Hollister Incorporated, and Manfred Sauer GmbH are the top players in the market.

500–1000 ml urinary drainage bags are projected to witness the highest CAGR during the forecast period. Their balance between capacity and convenience makes them ideal for both active individuals and home care settings.

Hospitals and Homecare settings in end-user category are expected to drive the adoption of urinary drainage bags.

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