Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Outlook (2021-2031)
Description
The Middle East and Africa medical endoscopes market is projected to reach approximately USD 426.53 million by 2031, up from USD 345.95 million in 2024. This growth represents an estimated compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.0% from 2025 to 2031.
Executive Summary and Market Analysis:
The Middle East and Africa (MEA) region currently holds a minimal share of the global medical endoscopes market. This can be attributed to limited healthcare facilities, inconsistent access to advanced medical technology, and economic disparities, particularly in Africa. However, awareness of the benefits of minimally invasive procedures is increasing, especially in urban areas and private healthcare settings.
Market Segmentation Analysis:
The medical endoscopes market is segmented by product type, usability, application, and end user.
Product Type:The market includes rigid endoscopes, flexible endoscopes, capsule endoscopes, ultrasound endoscopes, and robot-assisted endoscopes. In 2024, the flexible endoscopes segment dominated the market.
By Usability:The market is categorized into reusable and disposable endoscopes. In 2024, the reusable endoscope segment held the leading market share.
By Application:The endoscopes market is divided into categories, including gastrointestinal endoscopy, laparoscopy, gynecology endoscopy, arthroscopy, urology, bronchoscopy, ENT endoscopy, neuroendoscopy, and others. The gastrointestinal endoscopy segment held the largest market share in 2024.
By End User:This segment includes hospitals, specialty clinics, ambulatory surgical centers, and diagnostic centers, with hospitals accounting for the largest share in 2024.
Market Outlook:
The expansion of healthcare infrastructure is a significant driver of growth for the medical endoscopes market in the Middle East and Africa. Countries in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)—such as the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar—are making substantial investments to build and upgrade hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic centers. These initiatives aim to improve healthcare access and incorporate advanced medical technologies, including endoscopy.
In Sub-Saharan Africa, the rise of private healthcare providers and increased collaboration between public and private sectors are contributing to enhancements in healthcare services.
An important development in Oman involves the government's commitment to early disease detection. In November 2024, the Ministry of Health signed a contract to establish a new endoscopy unit for urology and pediatric surgery at Ibra Hospital, which will improve children's care.
Country Insights:
Regionally, the MEA medical endoscopes market is divided into segments, including Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, Oman, Turkiye, South Africa, Egypt, Nigeria, Algeria, and the rest of MEA. Saudi Arabia held the largest market share in 2024.
A major factor driving growth in Saudi Arabia is the Vision 2030 initiative, which has increased investments in healthcare infrastructure. The government's focus on enhancing specialized treatment services and reducing outbound medical travel has heightened the demand for advanced diagnostic and minimally invasive technologies. More hospitals are transitioning to high-definition and AI-driven endoscopy equipment for gastroenterology, urology, and bariatric applications.
For example, in September 2021, Riyadh Health Affairs announced the launch of an upper GI endoscopy procedure at Afif Hospital to examine the esophagus, stomach, duodenum, and lower GI tract. This service benefited 25 patients through the GI endoscopy procedure and 112 through the liver and digestive tract clinic.
With rising rates of chronic diseases and an expanding elderly population, Saudi Arabia presents significant opportunities for international endoscope manufacturers, especially those looking to enter the market through private partnerships and public tenders.
Company Profiles:
Key players in the market include Olympus Corporation, Johnson & Johnson, Karl Storz SE & Co. KG, Smith+Nephew, Medtronic, Boston Scientific, B. Braun SE, Stryker Corporation, Fujifilm Holdings Corporation, HOYA Corporation, and Ambu A/S. These companies implement strategies like expansion, product innovation, and mergers and acquisitions to remain competitive and offer innovative products to consumers.
Executive Summary and Market Analysis:
The Middle East and Africa (MEA) region currently holds a minimal share of the global medical endoscopes market. This can be attributed to limited healthcare facilities, inconsistent access to advanced medical technology, and economic disparities, particularly in Africa. However, awareness of the benefits of minimally invasive procedures is increasing, especially in urban areas and private healthcare settings.
Market Segmentation Analysis:
The medical endoscopes market is segmented by product type, usability, application, and end user.
Product Type:The market includes rigid endoscopes, flexible endoscopes, capsule endoscopes, ultrasound endoscopes, and robot-assisted endoscopes. In 2024, the flexible endoscopes segment dominated the market.
By Usability:The market is categorized into reusable and disposable endoscopes. In 2024, the reusable endoscope segment held the leading market share.
By Application:The endoscopes market is divided into categories, including gastrointestinal endoscopy, laparoscopy, gynecology endoscopy, arthroscopy, urology, bronchoscopy, ENT endoscopy, neuroendoscopy, and others. The gastrointestinal endoscopy segment held the largest market share in 2024.
By End User:This segment includes hospitals, specialty clinics, ambulatory surgical centers, and diagnostic centers, with hospitals accounting for the largest share in 2024.
Market Outlook:
The expansion of healthcare infrastructure is a significant driver of growth for the medical endoscopes market in the Middle East and Africa. Countries in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)—such as the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar—are making substantial investments to build and upgrade hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic centers. These initiatives aim to improve healthcare access and incorporate advanced medical technologies, including endoscopy.
In Sub-Saharan Africa, the rise of private healthcare providers and increased collaboration between public and private sectors are contributing to enhancements in healthcare services.
An important development in Oman involves the government's commitment to early disease detection. In November 2024, the Ministry of Health signed a contract to establish a new endoscopy unit for urology and pediatric surgery at Ibra Hospital, which will improve children's care.
Country Insights:
Regionally, the MEA medical endoscopes market is divided into segments, including Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, Oman, Turkiye, South Africa, Egypt, Nigeria, Algeria, and the rest of MEA. Saudi Arabia held the largest market share in 2024.
A major factor driving growth in Saudi Arabia is the Vision 2030 initiative, which has increased investments in healthcare infrastructure. The government's focus on enhancing specialized treatment services and reducing outbound medical travel has heightened the demand for advanced diagnostic and minimally invasive technologies. More hospitals are transitioning to high-definition and AI-driven endoscopy equipment for gastroenterology, urology, and bariatric applications.
For example, in September 2021, Riyadh Health Affairs announced the launch of an upper GI endoscopy procedure at Afif Hospital to examine the esophagus, stomach, duodenum, and lower GI tract. This service benefited 25 patients through the GI endoscopy procedure and 112 through the liver and digestive tract clinic.
With rising rates of chronic diseases and an expanding elderly population, Saudi Arabia presents significant opportunities for international endoscope manufacturers, especially those looking to enter the market through private partnerships and public tenders.
Company Profiles:
Key players in the market include Olympus Corporation, Johnson & Johnson, Karl Storz SE & Co. KG, Smith+Nephew, Medtronic, Boston Scientific, B. Braun SE, Stryker Corporation, Fujifilm Holdings Corporation, HOYA Corporation, and Ambu A/S. These companies implement strategies like expansion, product innovation, and mergers and acquisitions to remain competitive and offer innovative products to consumers.
Table of Contents
167 Pages
- 1. Introduction
- 1.1 Business Market Insights Research Report Guidance
- 1.2 Market Segmentation
- 2. Executive Summary
- 2.1 Key Market Insights
- 2.2 Market Attractiveness
- 3. Research Methodology
- 3.1 Secondary Research
- 3.2 Primary Research
- 3.2.1 Hypothesis formulation:
- 3.2.2 Macro-economic factor analysis:
- 3.2.3 Developing base number:
- 3.2.4 Data Triangulation:
- 3.2.5 Country level data:
- 4. Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Landscape
- 4.1 Market Overview
- 4.2 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 4.2.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 4.2.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
- 4.2.3 Threat of New Entrants
- 4.2.4 Competitive Rivalry
- 4.2.5 Threat of Substitutes
- 4.3 Ecosystem Analysis
- 4.3.1 Raw Material Suppliers
- 4.3.2 Manufacturers
- 4.3.3 Distributors/Suppliers
- 4.3.4 End Users
- 5. Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market – Key Market Dynamics
- 5.1 Growth Drivers
- 5.1.1 Rising Prevalence of Chronic Diseases
- 5.1.2 Technological Advancements
- 5.1.3 Rising Adoption of Minimally Invasive Surgeries
- 5.2 Market Opportunities
- 5.2.1 Introduction of Disposable Endoscopes
- 5.2.2 Rising Adoption of Capsule Endoscopy
- 5.3 Future Trends
- 5.3.1 Transition Toward Single-Use Endoscopy
- 5.3.2 Integration of Artificial Intelligence
- 5.3.3 Rising Focus on Sustainability
- 5.4 Impact of Drivers and Restraints
- 6. Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Regional Analysis
- 6.1 Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Overview
- 6.2 Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Revenue 2021-2031 (US$ Million)
- 6.3 Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Forecast Analysis
- 7. Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Analysis – by Product Type
- 7.1 Rigid Endoscopes
- 7.1.1 Overview
- 7.1.2 Rigid Endoscopes: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
- 7.2 Flexible Endoscopes
- 7.2.1 Overview
- 7.2.2 Flexible Endoscopes: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
- 7.3 Capsule Endoscopes
- 7.3.1 Overview
- 7.3.2 Capsule Endoscopes: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
- 7.4 Ultrasound Endoscope
- 7.4.1 Overview
- 7.4.2 Ultrasound Endoscope: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
- 7.5 Robot-assisted Endoscopes
- 7.5.1 Overview
- 7.5.2 Robot-assisted Endoscopes: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
- 8. Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Analysis – by Usability
- 8.1 Reusable Endoscopes
- 8.1.1 Overview
- 8.1.2 Reusable Endoscopes: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
- 8.2 Disposable Endoscopes
- 8.2.1 Overview
- 8.2.2 Disposable Endoscopes: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
- 9. Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Analysis – by Application
- 9.1 Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
- 9.1.1 Overview
- 9.1.2 Disposable Endoscopes: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
- 9.2 Laparoscopy
- 9.2.1 Overview
- 9.2.2 Disposable Endoscopes: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
- 9.3 Gynecology Endoscopy
- 9.3.1 Overview
- 9.3.2 Disposable Endoscopes: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
- 9.4 Arthroscopy
- 9.4.1 Overview
- 9.4.2 Disposable Endoscopes: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
- 9.5 Uroscopy
- 9.5.1 Overview
- 9.5.2 Disposable Endoscopes: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
- 9.6 Bronchoscopy
- 9.6.1 Overview
- 9.6.2 Disposable Endoscopes: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
- 9.7 ENT Endoscopy
- 9.7.1 Overview
- 9.7.2 Disposable Endoscopes: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
- 9.8 Neuroendoscopy
- 9.8.1 Overview
- 9.8.2 Disposable Endoscopes: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
- 9.9 Others
- 9.9.1 Overview
- 9.9.2 Disposable Endoscopes: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
- 10. Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market – Middle East and Africa Analysis
- 10.1 Middle East and Africa
- 10.1.1 Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Breakdown, by Key Country, 2025 and 2031 (%)
- 10.1.1.1 Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market – Revenue and Forecast Analysis – by Country
- 10.1.1.1 Saudi Arabia: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
- 10.1.1.1.1 Saudi Arabia: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Breakdown, by Product Type
- 10.1.1.1.2 Saudi Arabia: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Breakdown, by Usability
- 10.1.1.1.3 Saudi Arabia: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Breakdown, by Application
- 10.1.1.2 United Arab Emirates: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
- 10.1.1.2.1 United Arab Emirates: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Breakdown, by Product Type
- 10.1.1.2.2 United Arab Emirates: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Breakdown, by Usability
- 10.1.1.2.3 United Arab Emirates: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Breakdown, by Application
- 10.1.1.3 Kuwait: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
- 10.1.1.3.1 Kuwait: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Breakdown, by Product Type
- 10.1.1.3.2 Kuwait: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Breakdown, by Usability
- 10.1.1.3.3 Kuwait: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Breakdown, by Application
- 10.1.1.4 Bahrain: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
- 10.1.1.4.1 Bahrain: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Breakdown, by Product Type
- 10.1.1.4.2 Bahrain: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Breakdown, by Usability
- 10.1.1.4.3 Bahrain: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Breakdown, by Application
- 10.1.1.5 Qatar: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
- 10.1.1.5.1 Qatar: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Breakdown, by Product Type
- 10.1.1.5.2 Qatar: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Breakdown, by Usability
- 10.1.1.5.3 Qatar: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Breakdown, by Application
- 10.1.1.6 Oman: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
- 10.1.1.6.1 Oman: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Breakdown, by Product Type
- 10.1.1.6.2 Oman: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Breakdown, by Usability
- 10.1.1.6.3 Oman: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Breakdown, by Application
- 10.1.1.7 Turkiye: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
- 10.1.1.7.1 Turkiye: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Breakdown, by Product Type
- 10.1.1.7.2 Turkiye: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Breakdown, by Usability
- 10.1.1.7.3 Turkiye: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Breakdown, by Application
- 10.1.1.8 South Africa: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
- 10.1.1.8.1 South Africa: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Breakdown, by Product Type
- 10.1.1.8.2 South Africa: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Breakdown, by Usability
- 10.1.1.8.3 South Africa: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Breakdown, by Application
- 10.1.1.9 Egypt: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
- 10.1.1.9.1 Egypt: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Breakdown, by Product Type
- 10.1.1.9.2 Egypt: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Breakdown, by Usability
- 10.1.1.9.3 Egypt: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Breakdown, by Application
- 10.1.1.10 Nigeria: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
- 10.1.1.10.1 Nigeria: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Breakdown, by Product Type
- 10.1.1.10.2 Nigeria: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Breakdown, by Usability
- 10.1.1.10.3 Nigeria: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Breakdown, by Application
- 10.1.1.11 Algeria: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
- 10.1.1.11.1 Algeria: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Breakdown, by Product Type
- 10.1.1.11.2 Algeria: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Breakdown, by Usability
- 10.1.1.11.3 Algeria: Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Breakdown, by Application
- 11. Competitive Landscape
- 11.1 Heat Map Analysis
- 11.2 Company Positioning and Concentration
- 12. Middle East and Africa Medical Endoscopes Market Industry Landscape
- 12.1 Overview
- 12.2 Mergers and Acquisitions
- 12.3 Agreements, Collaborations, and Joint Ventures
- 12.4 New Product Launches
- 12.5 Expansions and Other Strategic Developments
- 13. Company Profiles
- 13.1 Olympus Corporation
- 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 Corporation
- 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
- 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 Corporation
- 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 Corporation
- 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
- 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
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