| Product Code: ETC8853898 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
In 2024, the Philippines saw a significant increase in urinary self catheters import shipments, with top exporting countries being Malaysia, China, Singapore, Japan, and Costa Rica. Despite the growing market, the Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) indicated very low concentration, suggesting a diverse import source base. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2020 to 2024 was a robust 14.02%, with a notable growth rate of 11.28% from 2023 to 2024. This trend signals a promising outlook for the urinary self catheters market in the Philippines, driven by increasing demand and a competitive global supply chain.

Self-catheterization is becoming more accepted among patients with neurogenic bladder or chronic retention issues. The market is supported by education campaigns, hospital discharge programs, and the availability of more comfortable, single-use catheter products.
Demand for urinary self-catheters is rising steadily, driven by increasing cases of spinal cord injuries, multiple sclerosis, and urinary retention issues among aging populations. Greater availability of compact, discreet, and user-friendly catheter products is enhancing adoption, particularly in home care settings.
The urinary self-catheterization market faces adoption barriers due to cultural taboos, discomfort, and a lack of patient education. Many individuals avoid using catheters due to hygiene concerns or embarrassment. Additionally, costs for disposable self-catheters remain high, and there is minimal support from public healthcare programs to subsidize them.
Self-catheterization is gaining preference among patients with chronic bladder dysfunction. Investors can offer affordable and discreet catheter kits via pharmacies and home healthcare networks. Education on usage and safety will boost acceptance.
Self-catheterization products are regulated by the FDA as sterile medical devices. The DOH monitors distribution, particularly for use in spinal cord injury rehabilitation and neurogenic bladder treatment. Public hospital patients may receive catheters through central medical supply chains, and PhilHealth covers certain cases under chronic care benefits.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market Overview |
3.1 Philippines Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing prevalence of urological disorders in the Philippines |
4.2.2 Growing awareness about the benefits of urinary self-catheters for patients |
4.2.3 Technological advancements leading to the development of more user-friendly catheters |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Limited healthcare infrastructure in certain regions of the Philippines |
4.3.2 High cost associated with urinary self-catheters |
4.3.3 Lack of proper training for healthcare professionals on the usage of self-catheters |
5 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market Trends |
6 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market, By Types |
6.1 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market, By Product Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market Revenues & Volume, By Product Type, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market Revenues & Volume, By Intermittent Catheters, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market Revenues & Volume, By Uncoated Intermittent Catheters, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market Revenues & Volume, By Coated Intermittent Catheters, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.6 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market Revenues & Volume, By Antimicrobial Intermittent Catheters, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.7 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market Revenues & Volume, By Hydrophilic Intermittent Catheters, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.8 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market Revenues & Volume, By External Catheters, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market, By Type |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market Revenues & Volume, By Male Type Catheter, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market Revenues & Volume, By Female Type Catheter, 2021- 2031F |
6.3 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market, By Application |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market Revenues & Volume, By Benign Prostate Hyperplasia (BPH), 2021- 2031F |
6.3.3 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market Revenues & Volume, By Urinary Incontinence, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.4 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market Revenues & Volume, By Spinal Cord Injuries, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.5 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
7 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Number of healthcare facilities offering training on self-catheterization techniques |
8.2 Adoption rate of innovative catheterization technologies in the Philippines |
8.3 Number of patients opting for home-based catheterization solutions |
9 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Philippines Urinary Self Catheters Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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