Endoscope Reprocessing Market Report 2025

The endoscope reprocessing market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $2.74 billion in 2024 to $3.03 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to stringent regulatory compliance, increased use of endoscopy, awareness in infection control measures, focus on patient safety concerns, increased aging population.

The endoscope reprocessing market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $4.83 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing artificial intelligence (ai) integration, global pandemics, increasing environmental sustainability, increasing telemedicine and remote procedures, shift towards value-based healthcare. Major trends in the forecast period include automation and robotics, data-driven compliance, single-use endoscopes, modular endoscope designs, infection control innovations.

The increasing prevalence of cancer is anticipated to drive the growth of the endoscope reprocessing market in the future. Cancer arises when certain cells in the body begin to grow uncontrollably and spread to other areas. This condition can develop in nearly any of the millions of cells that comprise the human body. Endoscope reprocessing is essential for cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing these medical instruments. The growing population and heightened exposure to infections contribute to chronic diseases. For example, in May 2024, the National Institutes of Health, a U.S.-based government agency, reported that as of January 2022, around 18.1 million people in the United States were living as cancer survivors, with projections suggesting this figure could reach 22.5 million by 2032. Consequently, the increasing incidence of cancer is fueling the growth of the endoscope reprocessing market.

The increasing prevalence of healthcare-associated infections is another factor contributing to the growth of the endoscope reprocessing market. Healthcare-associated infections, occurring during medical care and resulting from contaminated equipment or procedures, pose a serious threat to patient safety. Endoscope reprocessing is essential in preventing such infections by ensuring thorough cleaning and disinfection of endoscopes. With the global concern over healthcare-associated infections, rigorous testing and effective endoscope reprocessing procedures become critical. According to data from May 2022 by the World Health Organization, approximately 52.3% of patients in intensive care units and over 24% of patients with sepsis-related healthcare pass away each year. Additionally, the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) reported in December 2022 that pneumonia claims the lives of over 700,000 children under the age of five annually. The rising awareness of healthcare-associated infections is fueling the demand for endoscope reprocessing solutions.

Leading companies in the endoscope reprocessing market are concentrating on developing innovative solutions, such as the ED-Flow Automated Endoscope Reprocessor, to improve the efficiency and safety of the endoscope cleaning and disinfection process. The ED-Flow Automated Endoscope Reprocessor is a cutting-edge system designed for cleaning and disinfecting endoscopes in healthcare environments. For example, in June 2022, Getinge, a healthcare company based in Sweden, introduced an updated version of its ED-Flow automated endoscope reprocessor, which boasts enhanced digital connectivity and improved data management features. This new model effectively conducts leak testing, cleaning, and high-level disinfection of flexible endoscopes while integrating process indicator lights to enhance workflow visibility. Furthermore, it connects with Getinge's T-DOC traceability software and the Getinge Online portal, facilitating real-time monitoring and access to historical data.

Major players in the endoscope reprocessing market are actively engaged in the development of disinfectors with advanced cleaning and disinfection capabilities, aiming to establish a competitive advantage in the market. These disinfectors play a critical role in ensuring the safe and effective reprocessing of endoscopes, thereby reducing the risk of infections through thorough sterilization. For example, in June 2023, Olympus Corporation, a Japan-based manufacturer of optics and reprography products, introduced a new endoscope washer disinfector known as the ETD (Endoscope Washer Disinfector). The ETD is available in two variants, ETD Basic and ETD Premium. This innovative product is specifically designed to meet the reprocessing requirements of busy endoscopy units, with the capability to simultaneously reprocess up to three endoscopes. The ETD endoscope washer disinfector plays a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness and reprocessing of endoscopes, contributing significantly to patient safety and the prevention of healthcare-associated infections.

In November 2023, HOYA Corporation, a medical equipment company based in Japan, acquired Wassenburg Medical, Inc. for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition aims to boost innovation in endoscope reprocessing solutions by merging the engineering expertise of Wassenburg Medical with HOYA's flexible endoscopy division. Wassenburg Medical, Inc. is a Netherlands-based company that provides high-quality products and solutions for endoscope reprocessing.

Major companies operating in the endoscope reprocessing market include Custom Ultrasonics Inc., Advanced Sterilization Products Inc., Olympus Corporation, Wassenburg Medical BV, Steris Corporation, Getinge AB, ARC Healthcare Solutions, BES Healthcare Ltd., Borer Chemie AG, Metrex Research LLC, Matachana Group SA, HOYA Corporation, Laboratories Anios, CONMED Corporation, Endo-Technik W. Griesat GmbH, Steelco S.p.A, Ecolab Inc., Belimed AG, Cantel Medical Corp., Richard Wolf GmbH, MEDALKAN, Micro-Scientific LLC, Tuttnauer USA Co. Ltd., Shinva Medical Instrument Co. Ltd., Medical Devices Group Srl, SciCan Inc.

Endoscope reprocessing is a critical element of infection prevention strategies, especially considering the expanding use of endoscopes in various surgical procedures. Reprocessing involves the cleaning, disinfection, or sterilization of endoscopes and their accessories. The effectiveness of a reusable high-level disinfectant or sterilant over a specific period is known as the reuse life.

The primary products in endoscope reprocessing include high-level disinfectants and test strips, detergents and wipes, automated endoscope reprocessors, endoscope drying, storage, and transport systems, endoscope tracking solutions, and other related items. Test strips are instrumental in measuring the concentration of chemicals or other aspects of a liquid used for the chemical disinfection of reusable medical and dental equipment in healthcare settings, contributing to patient protection against healthcare-associated infections. Test strips are categorized into flexible and rigid types. Endoscope reprocessing is employed by various end users, including hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers and clinics, and other healthcare facilities.

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North America was the largest region in the endoscope reprocessing market in 2024. The regions covered in the global endoscope reprocessing market analysis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa.

The countries covered in the endoscope reprocessing market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA.

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