Global & Singapore Laparoscopic Devices Market to 2031

Singapore’s laparoscopic devices market is expanding rapidly, supported by its advanced healthcare infrastructure, emphasis on clinical excellence, and early adoption of cutting-edge technologies such as robotic-assisted surgery. The country's healthcare system prioritizes efficiency and patient-centered care, making minimally invasive surgery (MIS) the preferred method for many procedures. This approach reduces recovery time and shortens hospital stays. Singapore is also recognized as a frontrunner in the integration of robotic surgical systems into routine practice, with key industry leaders—such as Medtronic, Johnson & Johnson, Olympus, and Karl Storz—playing a significant role in the market. Among all product categories, robot-assisted systems represent the fastest-growing segment within the local laparoscopic devices market.

Bariatric surgery is well-established in Singapore, with major centers performing over 150 procedures each year. To date, more than 1,500 patients have undergone bariatric surgery at one of the leading programs. The most commonly performed procedures are sleeve gastrectomy (SG) and Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB), both primarily carried out using laparoscopic techniques due to their effectiveness and reduced invasiveness.

In the realm of general surgery, Singapore has made substantial progress in adopting laparoscopic and robotic-assisted procedures. For example, at the National University Hospital (NUH)—a leading academic and surgical institution—data from 2020 to mid-2024 reveals highly favorable outcomes in colorectal surgeries using minimally invasive techniques. NUH reported low complication rates, including a 1.3% anastomotic leak rate for laparoscopic colon resections, a 1.6% conversion-to-open rate, and an average hospital stay of 5.7 days. For rectal resections, the figures were similarly positive, with a 1.2% leak rate, 1.2% conversion rate, and a 6.0-day average stay. These outcomes reflect high surgical expertise and the widespread use of laparoscopic approaches, especially in response to Singapore’s high incidence of colorectal cancer. Robotic-assisted surgery is particularly favored for complex cases, enhancing surgical precision and patient outcomes.

Gynecological surgery is another area where laparoscopic techniques are widely used. Laparoscopic hysterectomy led revenue generation in this segment in 2022, while laparoscopic myomectomy is projected to grow the fastest. Procedures such as hysterectomy, myomectomy, colpopexy, endometrial excision, and adnexal surgery are regularly performed with minimally invasive techniques. The rising prevalence of conditions like uterine fibroids and endometriosis continues to drive demand for these procedures, reinforcing the strong position of laparoscopy in Singapore's gynecological surgical landscape.