Endoscopes Market Size, Share, and Industry Analysis By Product (Rigid Endoscopes, Flexible Endoscopes, and Others), By Application (Gastroenterology, Urology, Orthopedic Disorders, and Others), By End-user (Hospitals & ASCs, Specialty Clinics, and Others), and Regional Forecast, 2026-2034

The global endoscopes market size was valued at USD 26.63 billion in 2025. The market is projected to grow from USD 27.95 billion in 2026 to USD 41.17 billion by 2034, exhibiting a CAGR of 4.96% during the forecast period.

The global endoscopes market continues to expand worldwide as patients request fewer invasive surgical procedures and technological developments in endoscopic equipment persist. Endoscopes function as essential medical tools for investigating internal body cavities as they identify space within hollow organs. Endoscopes serve multiple purposes in medical fields such as gastroenterology and urology and orthopedics and cardiology to diagnose and treat patients during procedures. The endoscope market receives support from two main factors: expanded healthcare facilities in global communities and improving diagnosis and preventive medical programs within expanding older patient populations.

Endoscopes Market Driver

Rising Demand for Minimally Invasive Surgeries to Propel Endoscopes Market Growth

Market expansion of global endoscopes occurs as healthcare providers demand minimal invasive surgical procedures at higher rates. The surgical technique produces better results than open surgery as it helps patients maintain brief recovery times along with reduced side effects and shortens hospitalization periods while creating minimal scarring. Endoscopic procedures accounted for 15% of all minimal invasive procedures as reported by the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy during the 2020 year. The World Health Organization demonstrates that endoscopy procedures happen in more than 300 million procedures yearly as healthcare professionals around the world find them effective.

Endoscopes Market Restraint

High Equipment Costs and Maintenance Expenses to Restrain Endoscopes Market Growth

The market faces a major restraint coming from the expensive nature of advanced endoscopy equipment together with associated procedures. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) states that endoscope replacement costs between USD 30,000 and USD 50,000 for each unit. Hospitals spend an annual 15% of their endoscope purchase cost on maintenance and servicing based on Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) recommendations. The high prices for endoscopes create barriers for healthcare installations especially in developing areas which restricts the widespread implementation of upgraded endoscopic solutions.

Endoscopes Market Opportunity

AI-Integrated Endoscopic Systems to Revolutionize Diagnostics and Market Growth

AI incorporation into endoscopic devices provides the market with a major expansion pathway. AI-enhanced endoscopes enhance diagnostic accuracy as well as operational speed and patient benefits through the combination of on-site analytical capabilities and operative choice making in real time. Olympus Corporation launched the diagnostic precision-enhancing EVIS X1 endoscope in January 2025. AI-powered endoscopic system adoption will increase during the next years as healthcare providers are using modern technologies to better their patient treatment methods.

Key Insights

The report covers the following key insights:

• Increasing demand for minimally invasive surgeries and technological advancements
• High costs and a shortage of trained professionals are significant restraints in the market
• Integration of AI in endoscopic devices and the rising demand for single-use endoscopes
• North America dominates the market due to high healthcare expenditure and advanced infrastructure

Segmentation

Analysis By Product

By Product, the Endoscopes Market is divided into Rigid Endoscopes, Flexible Endoscopes & Others. 

The Food and Drug Administration reports flexible endoscopes will control 60% of the total endoscope market based on unit sales. The segment will expand as flexible endoscopes serve as essential equipment in multiple medical assessment procedures of gastrointestinal and urological systems. Flexible endoscopes provide clinicians with enhanced movement capabilities which allows examination of challenging body locations thus making them an essential instrument in contemporary medical applications.

Analysis By Application

By application, the endoscopes market is divided into gastroenterology, urology, orthopedic disorders & others. 

The annual global number of gastrointestinal endoscopies reaches around 50 million according to American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) statistics therefore making gastroenterology the market leader. The segment experiences growth as gastrointestinal diseases become more common and medical providers increase their usage of endoscopic procedures for early diagnosis. Market expansion receives additional support from endoscope-based cancer detection which has experienced a 30% increase during the previous decade according to the American Cancer Society (ACS).

Analysis By End-user

By end-user, the endoscopes market is divided into hospitals & ASCs, specialty clinics, and others. 

The market expects endoscopic devices to rule hospitals & ASCs since 80% of developed countries' hospitals possess these devices according to the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). Hospital endoscopic procedures conduct numerous endoscopic procedures which primarily take place through minimally invasive surgeries thus sustaining the segment. The American College of Surgeons (ACS) reports that more than 80% of abdominal surgeries take place using laparoscopic or endoscopic procedures indicating the essential position of endoscopes in present-day surgical practice.

Regional Analysis

Based on geography, the market has been studied across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa.

According to the Health Resources and Services Administration more than 80% of hospitals in developed nations already possess endoscopic devices which will lead Hospitals & ASCs to control most of the market share. The North America market receives backing from healthcare establishments as they execute large volumes of endoscopic operations during minimally invasive surgeries. Modern surgical practice depends heavily on laparoscopic or endoscopic procedures.

Europe's endoscopic market will experience strong expansion as of effective healthcare strategies and major R&D investments and growing elderly demographics. The endoscopic procedures in Europe represent 35% of the worldwide total reported by the European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. According to the European Endoscopy Society the medical field in this region operates over 150 specialized endoscopy training centers throughout Europe.

The Asia Pacific region will see exceptional market growth as emerging economies receive more healthcare access and medical tourism increases together with decreasing costs of endoscopic procedures. The market receives support from the healthcare infrastructure growth in nations including China and India as endoscopic procedures gain wider adoption among patients. The area experiences patient number growth together with developing prevention and early diagnosis practices in healthcare.

Key Players Covered

The report includes the profiles of the following key players:

• Medtronic (Ireland)
• XION (Germany)
• Olympus (Germany)
• EnterMed (South Korea)
• STERIS (U.S.)
• KARL STORZ (Germany)
• PENTAX Medical (Japan)
• FUJIFILM Corporation (Japan)

Key Industry Developments

• In January 2025, the EVIS X1 endoscope received its launch from Olympus Corporation during January as the company integrated next-level AI technology for enhanced diagnostic capabilities. The new device presents a transformative prospect for endoscopic procedures as it brings real-time results along with enhanced diagnostic precision to endoscopic procedures.
• In December 2024, Medtronic made a strategic move to acquire Mazor Robotics for the purpose of combining robotic surgery systems with endoscopic tools. The strategic acquisition will improve complex surgical endoscopic procedures by advancing their capabilities.

In November 2024, the collaboration agreement involving Boston Scientific and Intuitive Surgical was inked to develop advanced robotic-assisted endoscopy systems. The companies joined forces to develop innovative endoscopic tools which enhance patient results and operational effectiveness through their complementary operational strengths.