Global & Argentina Laparoscopic Devices Market to 2031

The laparoscopic devices market in Argentina is experiencing strong growth, driven by the increasing adoption of minimally invasive surgical (MIS) techniques across multiple medical fields. This trend is supported by growing awareness among both patients and healthcare professionals about the benefits of MIS, such as less pain, shorter hospital stays, quicker recovery times, and better cosmetic results. Recent figures show sustained demand for advanced surgical tools, with the broader market for general surgical devices—including laparoscopic instruments—continuing to expand steadily. Argentina also plays a key role in Latin America’s bariatric surgery landscape, having performed over 30,000 laparoscopic bariatric procedures, highlighting well-established expertise in this area. The bariatric surgery devices segment is expected to keep growing, with vertical sleeve gastrectomy (VSG) emerging as the fastest-growing procedure, reflecting ongoing demand for laparoscopic equipment.

Laparoscopic techniques are becoming increasingly standard for surgeries such as gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy), appendectomy, and hernia repair. For example, a January 2025 study published in the Journal of Abdominal Wall Surgery, titled “Complicated Inguinocrural Hernias: Laparoscopic Vs. Open Surgery in the Emergency Setting,” reported shorter surgery times, reduced hospital stays (1.9 days compared to 2.9 days for open surgery), and fewer complications, while maintaining similar recurrence rates. This study, which included 79 laparoscopic hernia repairs, illustrates the growing preference for MIS, even in emergency cases. In 2023, the general surgery segment was a major user of trocars—key laparoscopic access devices—further underscoring laparoscopy’s widespread application.

Argentina also represents an important market for laparoscopic gynecological procedures, driven by the advantages these techniques offer in treating conditions like endometriosis, uterine fibroids, and ovarian cysts. The market is being shaped by the introduction of advanced technologies, such as electrosurgical devices, which are anticipated to be the fastest-growing category within Argentina’s minimally invasive surgery sector. Since around 70–75% of medical devices, including laparoscopic equipment, are imported, Argentina relies heavily on international manufacturers like Medtronic, Johnson & Johnson, Karl Storz, and Olympus. Despite challenges related to the high cost of sophisticated equipment and the need for specialized training, the overall outlook for Argentina’s laparoscopic devices market remains optimistic, fueled by strong patient demand and a commitment to adopting modern surgical techniques. Show more