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

The South and Central America robot-assisted endoscopes market size is expected to reach US$ 19.44 million by 2031 from US$ 12.35 million in 2024. The market is estimated to record a CAGR of 6.9% from 2025 to 2031.

Executive Summary and South and Central America Robot-Assisted Endoscopes Market Analysis:

The robot-assisted endoscopes market in South and Central America is gradually expanding due to greater adoption of advanced surgical technologies by healthcare providers in the region. Minimally invasive procedures with high precision are gaining demand, especially in the larger economies such as Brazil, Mexico, and Argentina. Hospitals are now realizing several clinical benefits of robotic-assisted systems in reducing complications and enhancing patient recovery. Though its adoption remains confined to major urban centers, rising efforts by various governments to modernize healthcare facilities and ensure better access to advanced technologies act as a supporting factor for market development. The region’s improving healthcare infrastructure and focus on better patient outcomes are driving a steady shift toward robotic-assisted endoscopy.

South and Central America Robot-Assisted Endoscopes Market Segmentation Analysis

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

• By product type, the robot-assisted endoscope market is segmented into therapeutic and diagnostic. The therapeutic segment dominated the market in 2024.
• By application, the robot-assisted endoscope market is segmented into gastrointestinal endoscopy, laparoscopy, bronchoscopy, and others. The gastrointestinal endoscopy segment dominated the market in 2024.
• By end user, the market is segmented into hospitals, specialty clinics, ambulatory surgical centers and others. The hospitals segment held the largest share of the market in 2024. 

South and Central America Robot-Assisted Endoscopes Market Outlook

In South and Central America, market growth is influenced by the growing demand for minimally invasive procedures and slow but steady enhancement of healthcare infrastructure. Hospitals and specialty clinics are adopting robotic-assisted endoscopes to enhance accuracy and reduce procedure times. There are partnerships being made by local healthcare providers with global surgical robotic device companies to improve access. Stronger relationships between surgical robotic device manufacturers and local providers will provide better access to robotic-assisted endoscopy. Education and training initiatives are also being developed toward developing education and capabilities for surgical robotics use. The expansion of education opportunities will support a transition to a new paradigm of surgical services that utilize robotic technologies inevitably. As education and affordability improve, more facilities across the South and Central America region will adopt robot-assisted endoscopic systems as an extension of surgical services.

South and Central America Robot-Assisted Endoscopes Market Country Insights  

Based on country, the South and Central America robot-assisted 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 South and Central America robot-assisted endoscopes market because of its strong healthcare system and fast technological adoption. The hospitals of São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and Brasilia are going ahead with the use of robotic-assisted systems for complex endoscopic and minimally invasive surgical procedures. The innovation and accessibility are being supported by the country's expanding private healthcare sector and the presence of international medical device companies. Moreover, the Brazilian surgeons are going abroad more frequently for specialized training in robotic techniques which is leading to increased procedural accuracy and patient safety. As a result of government and private investments aimed at hospital modernization, Brazil is still the main center for the next-generation technology of robot-assisted endoscopic in the ​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌region.

South and Central America Robot-Assisted Endoscopes Market Company Profiles

Intuitive Surgical, Inc., Johnson & Johnson, Medtronic Plc, MicroPort Scientific Corporation, Stryker Corporation, Brainlab SE, Meril Life Sciences Pvt Ltd, Moon Surgical, and Karl Storz SE & Co KG 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 Robot-Assisted 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 Robot-Assisted 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