Male External Catheter Market – Global Industry Analysis, Technology Trends and Strategic Forecast to 2032

The Male External Catheter Market size was valued at USD 1.74 Billion in 2025 and the total Male External Catheter revenue is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.8% from 2025 to 2032, reaching nearly USD 2.94 Billion by 2032.
Male External Catheter Market Overview:
A male external catheter is a medical device that is used by urologists and nephrologists to assess kidney function and identify urine problems. Some men may benefit from the use of a male external catheter if they are unable to benefit from active therapy for urine incontinence (MEC). Disposable External Catheters, and Reusable External Catheters are the two types of the male external catheter.
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Male External Catheter Market Dynamics:
The male external catheter market is driven by education and the widespread use of male external catheters. It is believed that if the assessment and instructions were exact and tailored to each patient, more patients would benefit from catheter use. As a result, the global male external catheter market grow significantly. During the forecast period 2025-2032, the male external catheter market is expected to be driven by the rising frequency of kidney illnesses and the adoption of newly developed devices that may be selected for their user convenience.

Male External Catheter in Adults (MECA) is a device made of polyvinyl chloride, latex, polyurethane, or silicone that, when put externally to the penis, allows urine to be drained into a collection flask, eliminating the need for diapers and absorbents while also allowing urinary flow control. The MECA is not a true catheter because it is put on the penis rather than inserted via the urethra. It's used to treat men with Urinary Incontinence (UI) and detrusor overactivity without post-void residue, patients with diuresis control who don't need catheterization, and patients with impaired cognition and/or mobility who need to urinate spontaneously. MECA is a viable option for males with UI who are unable to benefit from curative treatment or who are undergoing rehabilitation.

While there are various types of indwelling and intermittent catheters, the size of the tubing is the most important factor to consider. There are many various types of male external catheters to choose from, and most organisations will send you samples to try. There is a retracted penis pouch that may be utilised with these sorts of catheters, making them a perfect option for retracted penises.

Using a male external catheter is as easy as rolling on a condom and connecting the tubing to a leg bag. There is no requirement for a healthcare practitioner to be present, as with an indwelling catheter, and the user does not need dexterity or knowledge to place an intermittent catheter.
Male External Catheter Market Segment Analysis:
Based on the Type, the market is segmented into Disposable External Catheters, and Reusable External Catheters. Disposable External Catheters segment is expected to hold the largest market share of xx% by 2032. Caregivers prefer disposable external catheters because they help to maintain good hygiene and reduce the risk of skin irritation and infection. Disposable external catheters dominated the global male external catheters market due to their low cost, widespread availability, and ease of use.

Based on the Application, the market is segmented into Hospitals, Home Care, and Others. Hospitals segment is expected to grow rapidly at a CAGR of xx% during the forecast period 2025-2032. This is due to an increase in the number of patients with prostate cancer. Increasing commercialization in developing and underdeveloped economies is driving the global market for male external catheters for accident victims. Male external catheters are used by 42 percent of the male population who suffer from urine incontinence, urinary retention, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), and prostate cancer to extend their lives. During the forecast period, the market is expected to be driven by an increasing number of admitted patients.
Male External Catheter Market Regional Insights:
North America region is expected to dominate the market during the forecast period 2025-2032. North America region is expected to hold the largest market share of xx% by 2032. Five million American men are estimated to suffer from urine incontinence, with the market for male external catheters in North America reaching USD $4.6 billion in 2021. Catheters are helping to boost the global market in North America by reducing humiliation and social isolation. One driving aspect for the global market is the growing proportion of elderly people. Each year, almost 200,000 men in North America are diagnosed with prostate cancer, with nearly all of them experiencing urine incontinence following surgery.

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Global Male External Catheter Market


Report Coverage
Details


Base Year:
2025
Forecast Period:
2026-2032


Historical Data:
2020 to 2025
Market Size in 2025:
USD 1.74 Bn.


Forecast Period 2026 to 2032 CAGR:
7.8%
Market Size in 2032:
USD 2.94 Bn.


 Segments Covered:
by Type
Disposable External Catheters
Reusable External Catheters


by Application
Hospitals
Home Care
Others



Male External Catheter Market, by Region
North America (United States, Canada and Mexico)
Europe (UK, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Sweden, Austria and Rest of Europe)
Asia Pacific (China, South Korea, Japan, India, Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, Taiwan, Bangladesh, Pakistan and Rest of APAC)
Middle East and Africa (South Africa, GCC, Egypt, Nigeria and Rest of ME&A)
South America (Brazil, Argentina Rest of South America)
Male External Catheter Market, Key Players
1. Medtronic
2. Vitality Medical
3. B.Braun Melsungen
4. Coloplast
5. C.R. Bard
6. Hollister
7. Apexmed International
8. BioDerm
9. Dileh Medical Supplies
10. Poiesis Medical
11. Sterimed
12. CompactCath
13. Hunter Urology
14. Cure Medical
15. Boston Scientific Corporation
16. Ribbel International Limited
Frequently Asked Questions:
1] What segments are covered in Male External Catheter Market report?
Ans. The segments covered in Male External Catheter Market report are based on Type, and Application.

2] Which region is expected to hold the highest share in the Market?
Ans. North America is expected to hold the highest share in the Market.

3] Who are the top key players in the Market?
Ans. Medtronic, Vitality Medical, B.Braun Melsungen, Coloplast, C.R. Bard, and Hollister are the top key players in the Market.

4] Which segment holds the largest market share in the market by 2032?
Ans. Disposable External Catheters segment hold the largest market share in the Male External Catheter market by 2032.

5] What is the market size of the Male External Catheter market by 2032?
Ans. The market size of the Male External Catheter market is expected to reach USD 2.94 Bn. by 2032.

6] What was the market size of the Male External Catheter market in 2025?
Ans. The market size of the Male External Catheter market was worth USD 1.74 Bn. in 2025.