Market Mapping of the Surgical Solutions Used in The Hospitals of Bihar and Jharkhand

The present study is market mapping conducted in states of Bihar & Jharkhand to identify trends and corresponding variables between hospitals (consumers) and surgical solutions that included Gowns, drapes, examination gloves, sterilized drapes, to provide base for better product development. The study focuses at identifying brands available, satisfaction level on purchase parameters:-type of material, quality based on barrier protection, flame resistance, microbial resistivity, product availability, training regarding usability etc.

Market mapping activity in this part of India is conducted in depth.

Fifty hospitals were selected on random basis. Data was collected with help of a questionnaire based on parameters mentioned under objectives, responses from the quality control officers, technicians of intensive care units and doctors were obtained. Data analysis was performed using SPSS (Statistical Package for Social Sciences).

Surveyed hospitals were mostly purchasing their products through local wholesale markets without much of brand concern. 95% of the hospitals were using the products made up of linen due to low cost of material and reusability. Only 10.33% hospitals are given training regarding the method of handling and usage of the products. No cases of hospital-associated infection were reported by the hospitals surveyed with use of current surgical products. The results can help manufacturers to provide surgical solutions that are innovative and technologically sound. It will help in creating awareness amongst healthcare providers about the usage of such products.