U.S. Market for Laparoscopic Devices 2009

Abstract

In 2008, the U.S. market for laparoscopic devices was valued at over $2.5 billion. This market consists of laparoscopes, access devices, hand instruments, insufflation devices, suction-irrigation devices, direct-energy devices, ultrasonic devices, hand-assisted devices, closure devices, gastric bands, and female sterilization devices. The market for laparoscopic devices in the U.S. is expected to grow at double digits rates through the forecast period.