Injuries resulting from various causes are treated with quick-acting bandages which can be applied to the wounds immediately. Combat dressings manufacturers have come up with innovative systems, like disposable combat dressing, which can be used on the battlefield quickly and can also be used as a temporary dressing for minor wounds. Bandage changes are more preferred in case of minor wounds while waiting for proper medical help. This saves much time and money for both the patient and the doctor. The U.S. militants are increasingly adopting combat dressing products. These products are widely used during wars, intended to be carried by soldiers for immediate use in case of critical injury, typically gunshots. As a matter of fact, each soldier carries on-field dressings ready for immediate use. Thus, such factors can potentially stimulate the growth of the combat dressing market shortly. Recently, in March 2021, Metrotech life sciences Inc. launched PrevahexCHX Antimicrobial Dressings for antimicrobial protection.
Many countries across the globe often face the threat of terrorism. These terrorist activities need to be dealt with adequately with the proper equipment and counter-terrorism strategies. The burden of terrorist activities has increased over the years worldwide. As per Our World in Data, in 2017, around 26,445 people died from terrorism globally where 95% of deaths occurred in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa. Hence, these factors can augment the growth of the combat dressing market.
There are various types of combat dressings available in the market. A pressure dressing is one such item used on leg wounds. These items consist of special fabrics which apply considerable pressure on the wound while supporting it. In this way, the leg or any other body part is protected from the effects of blood loss, infection and bleeding by providing adequate support to the wound. Despite these advantageous factors, certain aspects of the market continue to limit the future growth of the market. For instance, a lack of awareness regarding the benefits of these products can impede the growth of the combat dressing market shortly.
A pressure dressing is another type of dressing that consists of a thick synthetic fabric that is applied over an injured leg. The advantage of using such material is that it can maintain the color of the injury for days and does not allow bacteria to set in. In case of any bleeding, a clean dressing is required to stop the blood from flowing into the open space. When it comes to regional impact, North America seems to be gaining significant traction in the combat dressing market. This is due to growing awareness and robust healthcare facilities across the region. Besides, a rising focus on anti-terrorist activities can potentially boost regional market growth. On the contrary, Asia Pacific seems to be exhibiting a positive outlook due to the rapidly developing surgical industry in India and China.