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Global & United Kingdom Rigid Endoscopes Market to 2031

Publisher Business Market Insights
Published Nov 12, 2025
Length 134 Pages
SKU # BMKS20610630

Description

The rigid endoscopes market in the United Kingdom is strongly supported by the National Health Service's (NHS) dedication to minimally invasive surgery and high clinical standards. Rigid endoscopes are essential in both public and private healthcare settings, widely used in specialties such as urology, ENT, orthopedics, gynecology, and gastroenterology for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. The demand for these devices is evident from the number of critical procedures performed; in 2023, around 78,000 cholecystectomies (gallbladder removals that heavily depend on rigid laparoscopes) were conducted in the UK, resulting in substantial costs for the NHS.

The market is currently balancing the use of reusable and single-use devices, with hospitals focusing on a combination of cost-effectiveness, stringent infection control, and sustainability in their purchasing choices. Additionally, the field is evolving rapidly, with technological advancements such as high-definition imaging, enhanced lighting, and improved integration with digital systems, all of which are continuously improving procedural accuracy and patient outcomes.

Specialized training and skill development are crucial for clinical staff to effectively and safely utilize these advanced endoscopic technologies. With an increasing emphasis on patient comfort and shorter recovery times, there is a growing trend towards the adoption of smaller, more ergonomically designed instruments. This trend aligns with the rise of outpatient surgical centers, which support the transition to day-case procedures. Therefore, the UK rigid endoscopes market remains a vital component of contemporary surgical practice, driven by ongoing innovation.

Table of Contents

134 Pages
1. Introduction
1.1 Report Guidance
1.2 Market Segmentation
2. Executive Summary
2.1 Key Insights
3. Research Methodology
3.1 Secondary Research
3.2 Primary Research
3.2.1 Data Triangulation and Validation:
4. United Kingdom Rigid Endoscopes Market Landscape
4.1 Overview
4.2 Ecosystem Analysis
4.2.1 List of Vendors in the Value Chain
5. Rigid Endoscopes Market Key Market Dynamics
5.1 Rigid Endoscopes Market – Key Market Dynamics
5.2 Market Drivers
5.3 Market Restraints
5.4 Market Opportunities
5.5 Future Trends
5.6 Impact of Drivers and Restraints
6. United Kingdom Rigid Endoscopes Market – Analysis
6.1 United Kingdom Rigid Endoscopes Market Revenue (US$ Million), 2021–2031
6.2 United Kingdom Rigid Endoscopes Market Revenue and Forecast Analysis
7. United Kingdom Rigid Endoscopes Market Analysis – by Product Type
7.1 United Kingdom Rigid Endoscopes Market – Revenue and Forecast, 2021–2031 (US$ Million) – by Product Type
8. United Kingdom Rigid Endoscopes Market Analysis – by Usability
8.1 United Kingdom Rigid Endoscopes Market – Revenue and Forecast, 2021–2031 (US$ Million) – by Usability
9. United Kingdom Rigid Endoscopes Market Analysis – by Application
9.1 United Kingdom Rigid Endoscopes Market – Revenue and Forecast, 2021–2031 (US$ Million) – by Application
10. United Kingdom Rigid Endoscopes Market Analysis – by End User
10.1 United Kingdom Rigid Endoscopes Market – Revenue and Forecast, 2021–2031 (US$ Million) – by End User
11. Competitive Landscape
11.1 Heat Map Analysis by Key Players
11.1 Company Positioning and Concentration
12. Industry Landscape
12.1 Overview
12.2 Market Initiative
12.2 Partnerships and Collaborations
12.2 Other Developments
13. Company Profiles
13.1 Olympus Corp
13.1. 1 Key Facts
13.1. 2 Business Description
13.1. 3 Products and Services
13.1. 4 Financial Overview
13.1. 5 SWOT Analysis
13.1. 6 Key Developments
13.2 FUJIFILM Holdings Corp
13.2. 1 Key Facts
13.2. 2 Business Description
13.2. 3 Products and Services
13.2. 4 Financial Overview
13.2. 5 SWOT Analysis
13.2. 6 Key Developments
13.3 Boston Scientific Corp
13.3. 1 Key Facts
13.3. 2 Business Description
13.3. 3 Products and Services
13.3. 4 Financial Overview
13.3. 5 SWOT Analysis
13.3. 6 Key Developments
13.4 Karl Storz SE & Co KG
13.4. 1 Key Facts
13.4. 2 Business Description
13.4. 3 Products and Services
13.4. 4 Financial Overview
13.4. 5 SWOT Analysis
13.4. 6 Key Developments
13.5 Stryker Corp
13.5. 1 Key Facts
13.5. 2 Business Description
13.5. 3 Products and Services
13.5. 4 Financial Overview
13.5. 5 SWOT Analysis
13.5. 6 Key Developments
13.6 B Braun SE
13.6. 1 Key Facts
13.6. 2 Business Description
13.6. 3 Products and Services
13.6. 4 Financial Overview
13.6. 5 SWOT Analysis
13.6. 6 Key Developments
13.7 Hoya Corp
13.7. 1 Key Facts
13.7. 2 Business Description
13.7. 3 Products and Services
13.7. 4 Financial Overview
13.7. 5 SWOT Analysis
13.7. 6 Key Developments
13.8 Ambu A/S
13.8. 1 Key Facts
13.8. 2 Business Description
13.8. 3 Products and Services
13.8. 4 Financial Overview
13.8. 5 SWOT Analysis
13.8. 6 Key Developments
13.9 Johnson & Johnson
13.9. 1 Key Facts
13.9. 2 Business Description
13.9. 3 Products and Services
13.9. 4 Financial Overview
13.9. 5 SWOT Analysis
13.9. 6 Key Developments
13.10 Medtronic Plc
13.10. 1 Key Facts
13.10. 2 Business Description
13.10. 3 Products and Services
13.10. 4 Financial Overview
13.10. 5 SWOT Analysis
13.10. 6 Key Developments
14. Appendix
14.1 About Business Market Insights
14.2 List of Abbreviations
TABLE OF TABLES
Table 1. United Kingdom Rigid Endoscopes Market Segmentation
Table 2. List of Vendors
Table 3. United Kingdom Rigid Endoscopes Market – Revenue, 2021–2024 (US$ Million)
Table 4. United Kingdom Rigid Endoscopes Market – Revenue Forecast, 2025–2031 (US$ Million)
Table 5. United Kingdom Rigid Endoscopes Market – Revenue, 2021–2024 (US$ Million) – by Product Type
Table 6. United Kingdom Rigid Endoscopes Market – Revenue Forecast, 2025–2031 (US$ Million) – by Product Type
Table 7. United Kingdom Rigid Endoscopes Market – Revenue, 2021–2024 (US$ Million) – by Usability
Table 8. United Kingdom Rigid Endoscopes Market – Revenue Forecast, 2025–2031 (US$ Million) – by Usability
Table 9. United Kingdom Rigid Endoscopes Market – Revenue, 2021–2024 (US$ Million) – by Application
Table 10. United Kingdom Rigid Endoscopes Market – Revenue Forecast, 2025–2031 (US$ Million) – by Application
Table 11. United Kingdom Rigid Endoscopes Market – Revenue, 2021–2024 (US$ Million) – by End User
Table 12. United Kingdom Rigid Endoscopes Market – Revenue Forecast, 2025–2031 (US$ Million) – by End User
Table 13. List of Abbreviations
TABLE OF FIGURES
Figure 1. Impact Analysis of Drivers and Restraints
Figure 2. United Kingdom Rigid Endoscopes Market Revenue, (US$ Million), 2021–2031
Figure 3. Heat Map Analysis by Key Players
Figure 4. Company Positioning and Concentration

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