INTRODUCTION

 

India with a population of 1.4 billion stands in the first position as the most populous country in the world. India comprises almost 13.1% of the child population aged 0-6 years.

 

Malnutrition and mortality among children are the two faces of a single coin. Mortality among infants and under-5 children is also a major concern. The current infant mortality rate for India in 2023 is 26.619 deaths per 1000 live births. Thus there is a need, to be more focused on the child’s health issues.

 

Considering the above facts Hospaccx team started working on the mapping of market trends and dynamics. This is a microbial study of the pediatric market if you want to get into more detail you can contact hospaccxconsulting.com.

 

COMMON CAUSES OF UNDER-FIVE DEATHS IN INDIA

 

The leading causes of death in children under 5 years are preterm birth complications, birth asphyxia/trauma, pneumonia, diarrhea, and malaria, all of which can be prevented or treated with access to affordable interventions in health and sanitation.

 

Globally, infectious diseases, including pneumonia, diarrhea, and malaria, along with pre-term birth complications, birth asphyxia, and trauma and congenital anomalies remain the leading causes of death for children under 5 years. Access to basic lifesaving interventions such as skilled delivery at birth, postnatal care, breastfeeding and adequate nutrition, vaccinations, and treatment for common childhood diseases can save many young lives.

Malnourished children, particularly those with severe acute malnutrition, have a higher risk of death from common childhood illnesses such as diarrhea, pneumonia, and malaria. Nutrition-related factors contribute to about 45% of deaths in children under 5 years of age.

 

PREVALENCE OF PEDIATRIC HEALTH IN INDIA

 

• The National Family Health Survey (NFHS) has revealed that at least 80% of Indian children aged 12-23 months are anemic.
• In children above 5 years, the prevalence of obesity varied between 2% to 8%.
• Overweight rates were around two times higher and appeared to be more prevalent in northern and eastern India than in southern India.
• Among children in the upper socioeconomic status (SES), the prevalence of overweight and obesity is 5.6% in boys and 5.7% in girls, respectively, whereas in the lower SES, the values are 0.4% in boys and 0.5% in girls, respectively.
• India accounts for almost 43% of underweight children. The majority of pediatric trauma cases were seen in males (69.86%), and females comprised only 30.13%. 
• In India, 1.6-4.8% of cancer cases occur in children less than 15 years of age (33% of the population in India is less than 15 years of age). (Epidemiology of Childhood Cancer in India)
  

 

GOVERNMENT POLICIES FOR PEDIATRIC PATIENTS IN INDIA

 

National Health Mission-2005 This is a flagship program of the Government of India that aims to provide accessible, affordable, and quality healthcare to all. Under NHM, various programs are implemented to improve maternal and child health, such as Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY) and Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (RBSK).

Integrated Child Development Services-1975 This is a centrally sponsored scheme that aims to provide holistic development to children under six years of age and their mothers. The scheme provides services such as immunization, health check-ups, and supplementary nutrition to promote the physical, cognitive, and social development of children.

Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana-2010 This is a maternity benefit program that provides financial assistance to pregnant women and lactating mothers for their first live birth. The program aims to ensure safe delivery and health outcomes for mothers and children.

Mission Indradhanush-2014 This is a vaccination program launched by the Government of India that aims to achieve full immunization coverage for all children in the country by 2022. The program focuses on improving the coverage of routine immunization and providing additional vaccines against diseases such as Japanese encephalitis and rotavirus.

National Nutrition Mission-2018 This is a multi-ministerial convergence mission launched by the Government of India to address malnutrition in the country. The mission aims to reduce stunting, undernutrition, and anemia among children, adolescents, and women, and improve the nutritional status of the population.

 

PEDIATRIC MARKET IN INDIA

 

• Size of Market India has a handful of pediatric centers despite having the highest percentage of 0-14 year-olds (29% population). 
• The pediatric market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 15.3% expected to attain Rs                               21,57,420 Crore by 2028.
• Growth Rate -The pediatric market is growing at 14-18% per annum.

PAEDIATRIC MARKET CHALLENGES IN INDIA

PAEDIATRIC MARKET DRIVERS IN INDIA

 

• Increase in the pediatric population in India. (26% of total population in India is children between 0-16 years of age)
• Shortage of facilities offering super-specialty care treatments.
• Growing willingness among parents to seek opinions from super-specialists for the treatment of their children.

 

LIST OF MAJOR PEDIATRIC HOSPITALS IN INDIA

 

Chain of major paediatric hospitals in India

 

• Cloudnine Hospital, Bengaluru

The hospital was established in 2007 and has since grown to become a chain of   

19 hospitals and clinics across Bangalore, Chennai, Pune, Gurgaon, Mumbai and  

Chandigarh. The chain has six branches in Bengaluru.

• Aster Women & Children Hospital, Bengaluru

It was established in 2010 and has 56 beds including 7 ICU beds. Aster runs a total of 13 hospitals across India.

 

• Motherhood Hospital, Indiranagar- Bengaluru

It was established in 2008 and has 750 beds including 18 ICU beds and 2 operating theatres. The chain has 16 hospitals throughout India.

 

• Apollo Cradle Hospital, Hyderabad

It was established in 2012 and has 42 beds and 3 operating theatres. The Apollo Cradle Hospital chain has 23 hospitals throughout India.

 

• Ovum Hospital, Kalyan Nagar- Bengaluru

The hospital was established in 2011 and has 26 beds including 2 ICU beds. Ovum runs a total of 6 hospitals in Bengaluru.

 

• Rainbow Children’s Hospital, Banjara Hills- Hyderabad

It was established in 1999 and has 225 beds. The hospital currently operates 16 hospitals and 3 clinics in 6 cities.

 

• Kangaroo Care Hospital, Bengaluru

The hospital was established in 1998 and is part of a chain with three branches in Bengaluru, Vijayanagar, and Mysore.

 

Major paediatric government/private hospitals in India

 

• AIIMS, Delhi

It is one of the most renowned medical institutes in India, spread over an area of 213 acres. It was established in 1956 and currently has a total bed strength of 3,000 out of which only less than 10% is dedicated to ICU and HDU beds. The hospital offers top-notch medical services in various fields and is equipped with advanced technology to provide the best treatment to patients.

 

• Medanta, Gurgaon

Established in 2009, Medanta is a 43-acre hospital and has a bed capacity of 1250 including 350 ICU beds and 37 operation theatres.

 

• Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket

The hospital was founded in 2006 on a 3-acre area with 530+ beds including 51 ICU beds and 12 operation theatres.

 

• Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, Delhi

It was established in 1995 on a 15-acre and has a bed capacity of 710.

 

• PGIMER, Chandigarh
  

It was established in 1962 and is spread over an area of 277 acres. The hospital has a bed capacity of 1,500.

 

• Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Mumbai

It was established in 2009 on a 0.91-acre area, the hospital has 750 beds including 120 ICU beds and 21 operation theatres.

 

• Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram

The hospital was established in 1996 and has a bed capacity of 999 including 15 operating theatres.

 

1. Sir H.N. Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai It was established in 1925 and has 345 beds including 73 ICU beds and 20 emergency beds. 

 

• Yashoda Hospital, Hyderabad

It was established in 1989, on a 46-acre area. The hospital has 500 beds including 90 ICU beds, and is part of the Yashoda Hospitals chain that has branches in Somajiguda, Secunderabad, Malakpet and Hitec City.

 

• KIMS Hospital, Secunderabad- Hyderabad

The hospital was established in 2004 and is spread over 5-acre area. The hospital has 1000 beds including 70 ICU beds and 4 operating theatres.

 

Source: Doctorsfinder.in, timesofIndia-2023

 

CONCLUSION

 

India has made significant progress in the reduction of annual under-five child deaths in the last few years. However, the absolute number of annual child deaths remains high. The increase in deaths is due to health services not being made available or ineffective or people not using these services. Despite government initiatives, it is estimated that around 17 lakh birth defects occur annually in the country and account for 9.6% of all newborn deaths. Lack of human recourses, equipment, and shortage of pediatric facilities hampers child health in India. Providing adequate numbers of resources and facilities would help in gaining the health of children in the coming years.

 

Considering the above facts Hospaccx team started working on the mapping of market trends and dynamics. This is a macroficial study of the Pediatric market if you want to get into more details you can contact hospaccxconsulting.com.

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