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PVC
vs. Other Polymers In Medical Devices : Facts And Figures
PVC is the single most used
polymer in medical devices. PVC has a market share of 27%
in Europe and 26% globally. It is estimated that PVC will
retain its market position in the years to come.
PVC uses in medical devices
and medical equipment
PVC is used in wide variety
of medical applications – from blood bags over oxygen
tubing and catheters to mattress covers. The largest share
goes into medical bags, including blood bags, IV bags,
dialysis bags and urine bags. The second largest segment
is masks, including oxygen masks and anaesthetic masks,
followed by tubing, gloves and kits. The remaining 70% is
used for catheters, drip chambers, transfusion sets,
diagnostic equipment and many other applications.
Medical Tubing
PVC is the single most used
polymer for medical tubing in Europe with a market share
of 31%
Medical Bags
PVC is the single most used
polymer for medical Bags in Europe with a market share of
82%
Pharmaceutical Packaging
PVC is the material of choice
for medical blister packaging
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PVC Used in Hospitals
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