Sex Reassignment Surgery Market size was over USD 802.04 million in 2024 and is anticipated to cross USD 3.34 billion by 2037, witnessing more than 11.6% CAGR during the forecast period i.e., between 2025-2037. In the year 2025, the industry size of sex reassignment surgery is estimated at USD 876.47 million.
The sex reassignment surgery market is influenced by the surge in the prevalence of gender dysphoria. According to Cedars-Sinai's study, the transgender women's first general memory and first encounter with gender dysphoria occurred, on average, 4.5 and 6.7 years ago, respectively. They were 4.7 and 6.2 years for transsexual men, respectively. Also, gender dysphoria was initially experienced by 73% of transgender women and 78% of transgender males by the age of 7.
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2024 |
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Forecast Year |
2025-2037 |
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CAGR |
11.6% |
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Base Year Market Size (2024) |
USD 802.04 million |
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Forecast Year Market Size (2037) |
USD 3.34 billion |
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Gender Transition (Female-to-Male, Male-to-Female)
Female-to-Male segment in the sex reassignment surgery market is estimated to exhibit high CAGR till 2037. The segment growth is led by growing innovations in metoidioplasty, phalloplasty, scrotoplasty, and chest reconstructing. Anxiety and depression are among the major mental health conditions that transgender people frequently experience.
According to the National Institute of Health, the incidence of anxiety is 29.6% and probable depression is 33.3% among transgender individuals. The frequency of female-to-male sex change surgeries will increase with supportive health insurance regulations regarding sex reassignment procedures. Technological advancements will shape sex reassignment surgery market trends, such as innovative surgical methods that have been successful in gender-affirming procedures involving females and males.
Procedures (Mastectomy, Augmentation Mammoplasty, Vaginoplasty, Orchiectomy, Facial Feminization, Phalloplasty, Hysterectomy, Metoidioplasty)
Mastectomy segment is expected to account for around 26% sex reassignment surgery market share by 2037. The segment growth is propelled by growing recognition of transgender identity and rights. A surgical treatment known as a gender-affirming mastectomy removes breast tissue to give the chest a more masculine appearance.
The number of children worldwide who openly identify as a gender other than the assigned sex at birth has significantly increased recently. According to a survey in 2021, 4% of Gen Z (those born since 1997) in the 27 nations studied identify as transgender, non-binary, non-conforming, gender-fluid, or other than male or female, compared to 1% of all people.
End-use (Hospitals, Specialized Clinics)
The specialized clinics segment in sex reassignment surgery market is expected to generate significant revenue during the forecast period. The segment is growing due to the augmented awareness of transgender healthcare. These facilities provide individualized treatment and targeted knowledge exclusively to transgender patients seeking gender-affirming surgeries. Their skilled medical staff members are knowledgeable about the healthcare requirements of transgender patients and offer a secure and encouraging atmosphere during the process of achieving gender affirmation.
Our in-depth analysis of the global market includes the following segments:
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Gender Transitions |
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Procedure |
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End-use |
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European Market Analysis
Europe industry is likely to account for largest revenue share of 35% by 2037. The market growth in the region is also expected on account of the rise in disposable income, which can inspire people with gender dysphoria to invest in gender change surgeries. According to the European Commission, in 2022, the EU's gross household-adjusted disposable income was estimated to be worth USD 12570 billion, or 73.3% of the GDP.
The number of people belonging to the LGBTQ community has elevated drastically across the United Kingdom which is propelling the market growth. According to a report by the Office of National Statistics, in 2022, the percentage of women between the ages of 16 and 24 who identified as LGB climbed to 10.6%, while the percentage of men in the same age range who identified as LGB was 7.9% in the UK.
The growth in government initiatives and awareness campaigns by different groups is impacting the market growth of sex reassignment surgery in Germany. According to Human Rights Watch, Germany unveiled the details of a measure that would simplify the process for transgender persons to change their name and gender, doing away with the costly and time-consuming process that has been in place for the previous forty years.
North American Market Analysis
North America segment is poised to capture sex reassignment surgery market share of over 27% by 2037. and will hold the second position owing to the availability of skilled surgeons and extensive medical coverage. The transgender services sex reassignment surgery market in North America is dynamic and progressive due to ongoing improvements and a growing understanding of the needs of transgender patients. This ensures that transgender people may receive high-quality treatment that is consistent with their identities.
The United States' well-established network of specialty clinics and its claim of an advanced healthcare infrastructure are driving the sex reassignment surgery market growth. According to a report, the United States spent USD 10,948 per person on healthcare in 2020, which is about three times more than the average of other OECD nations. The Congressional Budget Office predicts that major government healthcare spending will climb by 64% from 5.7% of GDP in 2022 to 9.4% of GDP in 2051, indicating a continued high growth in this region.
As it helps people with gender dysphoria transition to their self-identified gender, sex reassignment surgery is becoming more and more popular among the younger transgender population in Canada. For instance, in Canada, one in 300 adults over the age of 15 identifies as transgender or non-binary. Some choose to undergo Sex Reassignment Surgery (SRS) in order to match their gender identity with their physical attributes.
The industry's leading service providers are always updating their technologies to maintain an edge over rivals and to guarantee dependability, effectiveness, and security. In order to obtain a competitive edge over their rivals and seize a substantial portion of the market, these firms concentrate on collaboration, product improvements, and partnerships.
Author Credits: Radhika Pawar
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