Ureteral Obstruction Market Share

Ureteral Obstruction Market Overview

Ureteral Obstruction Market Size was valued at USD 0.56 Billion in 2023. The Global Ureteral Obstruction industry is projected to grow from USD 0.60 Billion in 2024 to USD 0.97 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.54% during the forecast period (2024 - 2032).

Ureteral obstruction or urinary tract obstruction is a condition of blockage of urine through the urinary tract, which may be complete or partial. In ureteral obstruction the urine may refluxes backward into your kidneys. Ureteral obstruction is curable, but if not treated, can lead to loss of kidney function, sepsis and eventually death. Other severe consequences are kidney stones, and infection of the urinary tract. 

Mild symptoms generally in partial blockage are pain on one side, abnormal urine flow and frequent , acute stinging pain etc. Ureteral obstruction are caused by injuries such as a pelvic fracture, ureter, kidneys, bladder or colon cancers, kidney stones in ureter etc. Nervous system disorders in which nerves responsible for bladder control cease to function properly, also cause obstructive uropathy. Some drugs such as those used to control overactive bladder can also cause obstructive uropathy. Other causes are enlarged prostate,

The diagnosis of urinary tract obstruction are ultrasound, bladder catheterization, Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), voiding cystourethrography (VCUG), endoscopy, blood and urine tests etc. The ureteral obstruction market is driven by factors such as congenital abnormalities, low demand flexibility of the treatment due to serious consequences of the defect, increasing penetration of healthcare etc. The market constraints are cost of the treatment, threat of infection and pain during surgery etc.

Intended Audience

• Ureteral obstruction market manufacturers & suppliers


• Research and development (R&D) companies


• Hospitals and clinics


• Academic institutes and universities

Ureteral Obstruction Market Segmentation

The ureteral obstruction market is segmented on the basis of type, diagnosis, treatment, equipment and end users. 

Based on type, the ureteral obstruction market has been segmented as acute and chronic. 

Based on diagnosis, the ureteral obstruction market has been segmented as ultrasound, bladder catheterization, Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), voiding cystourethrography (VCUG), pyelography, endoscopy, blood and urine tests and others. 

Based on the treatment, the ureteral obstruction market has been segmented as surgery (ureteral stent, nephrostomy, open laparoscopy, catheterization, robot-assisted laparoscopy, others) and drugs (antibiotics, pain killers, others). 

Based on the equipment, the market has been segmented as devices (catheters, stents, others) and consumables (diagnostic reagents, urinary sample collectors, others) and others. 

Based on the end users, the market has been segmented as hospitals and clinics, research, others.

Ureteral Obstruction Market Regional Analysis

US accounts for the maximum market share due to greater use of medications and greater expenditure on healthcare. The faster market uptake of new technology and devices in the US is also an important driver of the ureteral obstruction market. The presence of large device companies in the developed regions is also a major driver of the ureteral obstruction market. 

Europe is the second largest market due to large disposable income and rising awareness regarding the health hazards of this condition. Asia Pacific region is expected to have the most future potential and it is estimated to be led by China and India. The Middle East & Africa market is led by the gulf nations particularly Saudi Arabia and UAE. The regions of Africa are expected to witness a moderate growth due to poor economic and political conditions and poor healthcare penetration.

Key Players of Ureteral Obstruction Market

Key players profiled in the ureteral obstruction market report are:

• C. R. Bard, Inc.


• Boston Scientific Corporation


• Cook Medical Inc.


• Medline Industries, Inc.


• Coloplast A/S


• DISA Vascular


• Terumo Europe NV


• Medtronic


• Novartis AG 


• Johnson and Johnson

The report for Ureteral obstruction market by Market Research Future comprises of extensive primary research along with the detailed analysis of qualitative as well as quantitative aspects by various industry experts, key opinion leaders to gain a deeper insight of the market and industry performance. The report gives a clear picture of the current ureteral obstruction market scenario which includes past and estimated future ureteral obstruction market size with respect to value and volume, technological advancement, macro economical and governing factors in the market. The report provides detail information about and strategies used by top key players in the industry. The report also gives a broad study of the different market segments and regions.