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Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) are a common complication of diabetes. With the increasing prevalence of diabetes across all markets the number of patients suffering from DFUs is also expected to rise. The global DFU therapeutics market is set to enter an exciting phase with the potential launch of three wound-healing agents in the next five years. The first two topical antibacterial are also expected to be launched in the US and the five major EU markets. With the advent of these new product launches, the size of the DFU market is expected to grow substantially by 2017.

Dry eye syndrome (DES), or keratoconjunctivitis sicca, is a multifactorial disease of the eye caused by dryness, decreased tear production, or increased tear film evaporation. DES, which is often referred to simply as dry eye, is the most prevalent form of ocular discomfort and irritation. The most common symptoms of DES are ocular irritation and discomfort, foreign body sensation, fatigue, and visual disturbances, which interfere with daily activities. In the elderly population, it is the most common reason for seeking eye care, and this is expected to increase exponentially with an aging demographic.