Information for this report was obtained through primary and secondary data collection methods. Primary methods included interviews with more than 50 key executives, product managers, clinical specialists and other related key personnel involved in the wound care industry. Secondary methods included published literature, investment reports, company literature, and various business journals that have emphases on wound care and related areas.

Data for this report relates to the U.S. market in U.S. dollars at the manufacturers' level. The base year of the report is 2007, with historical data provided for 2006 and forecast data provided for 2008 and 2013. Historical, base year and forecast data are provided for each market segment of the report.

Growth rates are determined through a compilation of data including past trends, future trends, demographics, incidence, mortality, products in research and development, current product growth, etc. Competitor market share estimates are provided for each market segment for the 2007 base year.

This report:

Provides an analysis of and quantitative market forecast for advanced wound care products, including wound types by demographic category Covers all key market segments including wounds, chronic wounds and burn wounds. The markets for biological dressings, surgical sealants and glues, synthetic dressings, other wound healing products and would healing devices also are analyzed, with forecasts for growth through 2013 Examines all significant would care consumables and wound-healing devices Includes a competitive analysis and information about significant products, players, issues and trends, and other information affecting the wound care industry Describes industry structure, market shares, company profiles and patent analysis.

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