South and Central America Rigid Endoscopes Market Outlook (2021-2031)

The South and Central America rigid endoscopes market size is expected to reach US$ 318.30 million by 2031 from US$ 230.08 million in 2024. The market is estimated to record a CAGR of 4.9% from 2025 to 2031.

Executive Summary and South and Central America Rigid Endoscopes Market Analysis:

The South & Central America rigid endoscopes market is experiencing growth, driven mainly by an increasing number of minimally invasive surgeries and investment in healthcare capacity. Demand is being generated from hospitals and clinics focusing on urology, gynecology, orthopedic and ENT. The market is further supported by patients' becoming educated regarding the benefits of minimally invasive procedures, which include quicker recovery and less post-operative complications. However, the growth of the market is hampered by barriers that include high device costs, lack of availability of surgeons with training to use endoscopic procedures, and access to healthcare systems in rural areas.  Brazil is the largest country in the region and leads in the adoption of rigid endoscopes due to its developed healthcare system, an increasing number of private hospitals, and a large urban population with demand for advanced surgical procedures.

South and Central America Rigid Endoscopes Market Segmentation Analysis

Key segments that contributed to the derivation of the rigid endoscopes market analysis are product type, usability, application, and end user.

• By product type, the rigid endoscopes market is segmented into laparoscopes, arthroscopes, uroscopes, gynecology endoscopes, ENT endoscopes, bronchoscopes, neuroendoscopes and others. The laparoscopes segment dominated the market in 2024.
• By usability, the rigid endoscopes market is segmented into reusable endoscopes and disposable endoscopes. The reusable endoscopes segment dominated the market in 2024.
• By application, the rigid endoscopes market is segmented into diagnostic and therapeutic. The diagnostic segment dominated the market in 2024.
• By end user, the market is segmented into hospitals, specialty clinics, ambulatory surgical centers, and diagnostic centers. The hospitals segment held the largest share of the market in 2024.  

South and Central America Rigid Endoscopes Market Outlook

Rigid endoscopes are increasingly critical in South & Central America due to their use in a wide variety of minimally invasive procedures, including laparoscopy, arthroscopy, cystoscopy, and ENT surgeries. Market growth is primarily seen in urban centers, especially in the case of Brazil, due to the modernization and expansion of surgical facilities in both public and private hospitals. Rising prevalence of chronic and lifestyle disorders, such as gastrointestinal, urological and orthopedic conditions, is contributing to the growth in demand for diagnostic and surgical endoscopic devices. Additionally, with a preference for minimally invasive surgery, surgeries that include a shorter recovery time and lower complications are supporting the continual use of rigid endoscopes in hospitals. While rural regions and smaller cities face infrastructure and training limitations, urban centers in Brazil and neighboring countries are spearheading market growth, serving as hubs for adoption, training, and distribution. These trends collectively reinforce the importance of rigid endoscopes in improving surgical care across South & Central America.

South and Central America Rigid Endoscopes Market Country Insights  

Based on country, the South and Central America rigid endoscopes market is segmented into Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Peru and the Rest of South and Central America. Brazil held the largest share in 2024.

Brazil dominates the rigid endoscopes market in this region, due to advanced healthcare infrastructure, high surgical volumes, and growing adoption of minimally invasive procedures. Prominent hospitals and private clinics, particularly those in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, are now adopting rigid endoscopes for gynecology, urology, ENT, and orthopedic surgical specialties. Modernization programs in public hospitals and investment by private-sector hospitals are opening up operating room capacities and driving acquisition of sophisticated endoscopes. Brazil also benefits from relationships with global device manufacturers, allowing for continued access to current technology and technical assistance. Education programs for surgeons and technicians are increasing, promoting efficiency of procedures and improved usage of devices. Challenges remain for urban and rural divides in access to sophisticated surgical devices and experienced health professionals. Nonetheless, Brazil remains a regional hub and contributes significantly to rigid endoscope usage trends and medical organization standards in South & Central America, while driving overall market growth in the region.

South and Central America Rigid Endoscopes Market Company Profiles

Olympus Corporation, Fujifilm Holdings Corporation, Boston Scientific, Karl Storz SE & Co. KG, Stryker Corporation, B. Braun SE, HOYA Corporation, Ambu A/S, Johnson & Johnson, and Medtronic are among the key players operating in the market. These players adopt strategies such as expansion, product innovation, and mergers and acquisitions to stay competitive in the market and offer innovative products to their consumers.

South and Central America Rigid Endoscopes Market Research Methodology:

The following methodology has been followed for the collection and analysis of data presented in this report:

Secondary Research

The research process begins with comprehensive secondary research, utilizing both internal and external sources to gather qualitative and quantitative data for each market. Commonly referenced secondary research sources include, but are not limited to:

• Company websites, annual reports, financial statements, broker analyses, and investor presentations
• Industry trade journals and other relevant publications
• Government documents, statistical databases, and market reports
• News articles, press releases, and webcasts specific to companies operating in the market

Note: All financial data included in the Company Profiles section has been standardized to US$. For companies reporting in other currencies, figures have been converted to US$ using the relevant exchange rates for the corresponding year.

Primary Research

Business Market Insights conducts a significant number of primary interviews each year with industry stakeholders and experts to validate and analyze the data and gain valuable insights. These research interviews are designed to:

• Refine findings from secondary research
• Enhance the expertise and market understanding of the analysis team
• Gain insights into market size, trends, growth patterns, competitive dynamics, and future prospects

Primary research is conducted via email interactions and telephone interviews with industry experts across various markets, categories, segments, and sub-segments in different regions. Participants typically include:

• Industry stakeholders: Vice Presidents, business development managers, market intelligence managers, and national sales managers
• External experts: Valuation specialists, research analysts, and key opinion leaders with industry-specific expertise

South and Central America Rigid Endoscopes Key Sources Referred:

• The World Bank
• World Health Organization (WHO)
• Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
• American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
• European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
• World Endoscopy Organization
• Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons
• Global Cancer Observatory
• Company website
• Company annual reports
• Company investor presentations