From adhesive bandages and syringes to artificial joints, diagnostic scanners and clinical software, Italy’s medical device industry encompasses an extraordinarily diverse range of products. It is also a strategic part of the national economy, combining advanced manufacturing, scientific research, digital innovation and essential services for hospitals, clinics and patients.
In 2024, Italy’s domestic medical device market reached €13.3 billion, rising 5.7% from the previous year. Public healthcare remained its principal engine, accounting for 75% of total demand and approximately €10 billion in spending. Private healthcare generated the remaining €3.3 billion, equal to 25% of the market. When exports are included, the industry’s overall economic value rises to approximately €18.5 billion.
