External Ventricular Drain Market - Databook 2025 to 2034

The global external vntricular drain market size was estimated at USD 7,572 million in 2024 and is projected to be worth around USD 16,197 million by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 7.9% from 2025 to 2034.

External Ventricular Drain Market Report Highlights

• By region, North America dominated the External Ventricular Drain Market and accounted for the highest revenue share in 2024.
• By region, Middle East & Africa (MEA) is expected to grow fastest during the forecast period.
• By application, the traumatic brain injury segment dominated the external ventricular drain market in 2024 with the highest revenue share and is expected to grow fastest during the forecast period.
• By patient type, the adult segment dominated the external ventricular drain market and accounted for the highest revenue share in 2024.
• By patient type, the pediatric segment is expected to grow fastest during the forecast period.

Industry Valuation and Growth Rate Projection

The external ventricular drain market refers to the production, distribution, and application of external ventricular drain (EVD) is a temporary method of draining cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) from the ventricles in the brain. Indications for external ventricular drainage are to relieve raised intracranial pressure, divert infected CSF, and divert bloodstained CSF following neurosurgery or hemorrhage. External ventricular drains (EVDs) are commonly used in neurosurgery in different conditions but frequently in the management of traumatic brain injury (TBI) to monitor or control intracranial pressure (ICP) by diverting cerebrospinal fluid (CSF).

EVDs are a common neurosurgical procedure used to monitor and treat raised intracranial pressure in the acute setting. EVD is a temporary system that allows drainage of cerebral spinal fluid (CSF) from the ventricles to an external closed system. The primary purpose of drains is to prevent the collection of fluids like blood and infected fluids, to prevent the accumulation of air, and to characterize collected fluid, like identification of anastomotic leakage.

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Technological advancements are driving the growth of the external ventricular drain market. The use of 3D printing technology allows the development of realistic anatomical structures and customized designs for physical simulators. Emerging technological advancements are geared at addressing these concerns head-on, paving the way for the next generation of EVD systems. Enhanced training and simulation systems, improved biocompatibility and material innovations, antimicrobial coating and enhanced sterility, smart sensors, and automated monitoring.

Technologically enhanced EVD systems equipped with IoT capabilities allow remote monitoring and alerts in case of critical level changes, thus ensuring timely intervention. Biocompatible materials are used highly to enhance patient outcomes. Nurses and clinicians can now benefit from simulation modules that articulate how modern EVD systems respond under different clinical scenarios. In EVD systems integration of AI to interpret data patterns, predict complications, and even guide clinical decision-making. Advanced EVD systems act in all regional populations and are not restricted to specific geographies.

The rising prevalence of neurological disorders is driving the growth of the external ventricular drain market. External ventricular drainage (EVD) is a temporary method of draining cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) from the ventricles in the brain. The spinal cord and brain are surrounded by CSF, which helps to protect them. The areas in the brain that contain this fluid are called ventricles. The volume of CSF to be released is set by the physician. Classically, EVD is set to 10 mL/h, aiming to drain nearly 100-300 mL per day. EVD drainage is adjusted with neuroimaging, underlying pathology, and ICP monitoring.

• According to a report published in August 2024 by Volza’s Global Import Data, World imported shipments of Ventricular Drainage systems from March 2023 to February 2024. These imports were supplied by 17 exporters to 74 Global buyers, making a growth rate of 14% compared to the preceding twelve months.