Middle East and Africa Insulin Infusion Pumps Market Size

Middle East and African Insulin Infusion Pumps Market Analysis

The Middle East and Africa Insulin Infusion Pumps Market size is estimated at USD 40.22 million in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 50.85 million by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 4.80% during the forecast period (2024-2029).

The COVID-19 pandemic positively impacted the growth of the insulin infusion pump market in the Middle East and Africa. Patients with diabetes infected with SARS-CoV-2 experienced additional stress and increased secretion of hyperglycemic hormones, which resulted in elevated blood glucose, abnormal glucose variability, and diabetic complications. Diabetes and uncontrolled hyperglycemia were risk factors for poor outcomes in patients with COVID-19, including an increased risk of severe illness or death. To avoid complications, the patient's blood glucose level should be maintained at a normal level. The manufacturers of insulin infusion pumps had taken care during COVID-19 to deliver insulin delivery devices to diabetes patients with the help of local governments.

An insulin infusion pump works as an alternative to the traditional system of daily injections or an insulin pen. Insulin infusion pumps reduce the large swings in blood glucose levels, lessen pain, and deliver more accurately than injections. The scheduling of meal timings is not required when using pumps, which makes infusion pumps more user-friendly for patients. Insulin therapy is also known as continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion (CSII). It is an efficient and flexible method of insulin delivery.

In the African region, lack of testing facilities and equipment, inadequate number of trained health personnel, poor access to health facilities, and lack of awareness about diabetes are some of the barriers to diabetes testing. Currently, 24 million adults are living with diabetes in Africa. The International Diabetes Federation (IDF) states a 10.5% prevalence of diabetes worldwide. The actual prevalence varies by country and region, and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region has one of the world’s highest at 16.2%. Moreover, this is set to increase by 24% by 2045.

Technological advancements in insulin delivery devices have increased for safer and more accurate insulin administration. In 2021, Medtronic launched an Extended infusion set that leverages advanced materials that help reduce insulin preservative loss and maintain insulin flow and stability. The set is compatible with all MiniMed 600 and 700 series insulin pumps. The new tubing connector improves insulin's physical and chemical stability and reliability of infusion site performance and reduces the risk of infusion set occlusion.

Diabetes is associated with many health complications. Patients with diabetes require many corrections throughout the day to maintain nominal blood glucose levels, such as administering additional insulin or ingesting additional carbohydrates by monitoring their blood glucose levels. Diabetes poses an emerging healthcare burden across the region.

Owing to the abovementioned factors, the market studied is anticipated to witness growth over the analysis period.