In 2022, the European laparoscopic device market exceeded €2.0 billion, and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 1.9%, reaching nearly €2.4 billion over the forecast period. Major players include Ethicon and Medtronic, leading with strong market shares.
This comprehensive market analysis reviewed over 55 companies across Europe, employing in-depth methodologies to assess market size, unit sales, and company shares while also developing reliable forecasts. The European laparoscopic device market report suite covers laparoscopes, access devices, hand instruments, insufflation devices, suction-irrigation devices, direct energy and ultrasonic devices, hand-assisted laparoscopic sleeves, closure devices, gastric bands and balloons, and powered morcellators. Procedure types analyzed include bariatric surgeries, anti-reflux, colectomy, cholecystectomy, nephrectomy, appendectomy, inguinal hernia repair, and hysterectomy.
Data Insights Provided
Unit Sales, Average Selling Prices, Market Value & Growth Trends
Forecasts to 2029, with historical data since 2019
Market Drivers & Challenges for Each Segment
Competitive Analysis and Market Shares
Mergers & Acquisitions Overview
Impact of COVID-19
Disease Insights and Demographic Data
Company Profiles, Product Offerings, and SWOT Analyses for Key Competitors
European Laparoscopic Device Market Trends
Growth in this market is largely fueled by the rise of laparoscopic procedures, reducing reliance on traditional open surgeries, and advancing robotic-assisted methods. While the pandemic disrupted procedural volume in 2020, by 2021–2022, volumes rebounded. Disposable products, such as trocars, insufflation tubing, and suction-irrigation sets, have become a significant segment of the market, supporting continued unit sales growth.
Top European Laparoscopic Device Competitors
Ethicon and Medtronic dominated the market in 2022, each excelling in essential segments like closure, direct energy, and ultrasonic devices. Ethicon led the access device market, while Medtronic captured a substantial share as well. Karl Storz ranked third with strong positions in laparoscopes, hand instruments, and insufflation. Olympus showed competitive strength in laparoscopes and suction-irrigation, while Applied Medical made significant strides in access devices, particularly hand-assisted laparoscopic sleeves.
Key Segments in the Report
Laparoscope Market – Distinguishes rod lens and video laparoscopes.
Access Device Market – Includes disposable, reusable, and single-port trocars.
Hand Instrument Market – Covers reusable, disposable, and articulating instruments.
Insufflation Devices Market – Spanning insufflators, tubing, and Veress needles.
Suction-Irrigation Device Market – Differentiates conventional and multifunctional devices.
Direct Energy Device Market – Encompasses monopolar, bipolar, and electrosurgical generators.
Ultrasonic Device Market – Includes generators and instruments (reusable/reposable).
Closure Device Market – The largest segment, with high sales in laparoscopic staplers.
Gastric Device Market – Includes gastric bands and balloons.
Powered Morcellator Market – Features reusable, disposable, and reposable devices.
Research Scope Overview
Region: Europe, including Germany, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, and more.
Base Year: 2022
Forecast Period: 2023–2029
Data Coverage: Market size, shares, forecasts, unit sales, and selling prices.
Qualitative Insights: COVID-19 impact, growth trends, competitor SWOT, and more.
Data Sources: Primary interviews, government and regulatory data, and proprietary iData research databases.
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