Cranial Implant Market Size, Share, Industry, Forecast and Outlook (2024-2031)

Global Cranial Implant Market is segmented By Product Type (Customized Cranial Implants, Non-Customized Cranial Implants) By Material (Titanium, PolyEtherEtherKetone (PEEK), Absorbable Polyester, Porous Polyethylene, Poly Methyl Methacrylate (PMMA), Others) By End-User (Hospitals, Specialty Clinics, Academic and Research Institutes, Ambulatory Surgical Centers, Others) and By Region (North America, Europe, South America, Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa) – Share, Size, Outlook, and Opportunity Analysis, 2024-2031

Cranial Implant Market Overview

The global cranial implant market reached US$ 1,394.16 million in 2023 and is expected to reach US$ 2,069.47 million by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 5.6% during the forecast period 2024-2031.

Cranial implants also known as cranial prostheses or cranial plates are medical devices used to replace or repair damaged or missing parts of the skull. These implants are typically made from biocompatible materials such as metals like titanium, ceramics like hydroxyapatite, or polymers like polymethylmethacrylate and they are designed to integrate with the patient's existing bone structure.

Cranial implants are often customized to each patient's specific anatomical requirements, particularly in cases where precise fit and alignment are crucial for optimal surgical outcomes. Advanced imaging techniques such as computed tomography (CT) scans or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are used to create three-dimensional models of the patient's skull, enabling the fabrication of patient-specific implants using computer-aided design (CAD) and manufacturing technologies.

Cranial Implant Market Scope

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Cranial Implant Market Dynamics: Drivers

Rising adoption of patient-specific implants 

The rising adoption of patient-specific implants is expected to drive the market over the forecast period. Patient-specific cranial implants offer superior fit and alignment compared to off-the-shelf implants by reducing the risk of complications such as implant migration, infection or extrusion. This enhances surgical precision, ensures optimal coverage of cranial defects and contributes to better functional and aesthetic outcomes for patients.

For instance, on April 06, 2022, CureTech, an Omani medical manufacturing start-up, released its first successful patient-specific PEEK cranial implant. The manufacturing and the use of implant came as a collaboration and cooperation between CureTech and the Department of Plastic Reconstructive & Craniofacial Surgery at Khoula Hospital.

Patient-specific implants are designed to closely match the patient's native anatomy by promoting better integration with surrounding bone tissue and reducing the risk of implant rejection or inflammatory reactions. This improves long-term implant stability and durability, improving patient satisfaction and reducing need for revision surgeries.

For instance, on June 21, 2022 OssDsign AB stated that the company has completed its first sales of OssDsign Cranial PSI in Japan. OssDsign Cranial PSI is a patient-specific cranial implant made from 3D-printed medical-grade titanium covered by a regenerative calcium phosphate composition. While the titanium skeleton reinforces the implant and resists physical and mechanical stress, the unique calcium phosphate composition provides healing and regenerative properties, allowing the regrowth of the patient's bone. Over time, the calcium phosphate composition degrades and is replaced with bone, leaving the patient with a well-integrated implant, potentially lasting a lifetime.

The proliferation of 3D printing technology has facilitated the mass customization of cranial implants by making patient-specific solutions more accessible and cost-effective. Additive manufacturing techniques enable the rapid production of complex implant geometries with high precision and reproducibility, further driving the adoption of these implants in clinical practice.

Restraints

Factors such as complications and side effects associated with cranial implants, the high cost of these devices, availability of alternative treatment options and lack of skilled professionals are the factors expected to hamper the market. 

Cranial Implant Market Segment Analysis

The global cranial implant market is segmented based on product type, material, end-user and region.

The PolyEtherEtherKetone (PEEK) segment accounted for approximately 34.6% of the cranial implant market share

The PolyEtherEtherKetone (PEEK) cranial implant segment is expected to hold the largest market share over the forecast period. PEEK is a biocompatible material, so it is well-tolerated by the body and does not elicit adverse reactions such as inflammation or rejection. This property is crucial for cranial implants, as they come into direct contact with brain tissue and surrounding structures.

PEEK cranial implants exhibit excellent mechanical properties, including high strength, stiffness and fatigue resistance. This makes it suitable for load-bearing applications in cranial reconstruction, providing structural support and protection to the brain while withstanding physiological forces and mechanical stresses. PEEK cranial implants are relatively uses the advanced technologies like 3D printing. This allows for the fabrication of complex, patient-specific implant geometries with precise fit and alignment, enhancing surgical outcomes and minimizing the need for intraoperative adjustments.

For instance, on April 20, 2023, the University Hospital of Salzburg in Austria successfully designed and produced its first 3D-printed polyetheretherketone (PEEK) cranial implant using 3D Systems’ point-of-care additive manufacturing technologies. The hospital used Oqton’s D2P software to create 3D models from the patient’s CT images and Oqton’s Geomagic Freeform to complete the design of the patient-specific occipital prosthesis. The cranial implant was printed using Vestakeep i4 3DF PEEK by Evonik on 3D Systems’ Kumovis R1 extrusion platform.

PEEK is a desirable material for medical device production because it is lightweight, resistant to thermal and ionizing radiation, and possesses mechanical properties like those of human bone. The Kumovis printing platform was specifically designed to enable this type of point-of-care application within the hospital.

Cranial Implant Market Geographical Analysis

North America accounted for approximately 41.5% of the market share 

North America region is expected to hold the largest market share over the forecast period owing to the strong presence of major players and rising collaborations between medical device companies and various research institutes and hospitals. North America especially the United States is a well-known hub for its strong presence of major players such as medical device companies. This presence of major players in the region focuses on the development of advanced cranial implants.

For instance, on October 17, 2023, 3D Systems cleared that a patient-specific 3D-printed cranial implant using its point-of-care technologies was successfully used in a cranioplasty at the University Hospital Basel. 3D Systems’ extrusion printing technology is unique as its architecture and design are easy to use to produce durable, biocompatible implants using Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) material. Additionally, the technology enables the production of patient-specific geometries at the hospital itself providing tremendous benefits to both surgeons and patients.

In addition, collaboration between medical device manufacturers, healthcare providers, hospitals and research institutions, further accelerates market growth in the region. Partnerships facilitate the development of innovative implant technologies, clinical trials and educational initiatives, enhancing awareness and adoption of cranial implants.

Cranial Implant Market Competitive Landscape

The major global players in the cranial implant market include Stryker Corporation, DePuy Synthes, B. Braun SE, Medicon eG, Anatomics Pty Ltd, Bioplate, EUROS, evonos GmbH & Co. KG, Acumed LLC and Xilloc Medical Int B.V. among others. 

COVID-19 Impact Analysis On Cranial Implant Market

The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted the global cranial implant market. To conserve healthcare resources and reduce the risk of viral transmission, many healthcare facilities postponed elective surgeries including cranial implant procedures. Non-urgent surgeries were deferred to prioritize COVID-19 patients and minimize the burden on healthcare systems, resulting in a decline in procedural volumes and revenue for implant manufacturers. The pandemic also disrupted global supply chains, leading to shortages of raw materials and components used in the manufacturing of cranial implants. Delays in production and distribution hindered the availability of implants, affecting both elective and emergency cranial surgeries.

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