Culdoscopes Market Size, Share, Industry, Forecast and outlook (2024-2031)

Culdoscopes Market is segmented By Usage (Disposable, Reusable), By Application (Cervical Cancer Screening, Physical Examination), By End-User (Hospitals, Clinics, Ambulatory Surgical Centers, Individual) By Region (North America, South America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa) – Share, Size, Outlook, and Opportunity Analysis, 2023-2030.

Culdoscopes Market Overview

Culdoscopes Market is predicted to reach at a high CAGR 4.6% during the forecast period (2023-2030). 162 pages report analyses the Culdoscopes Market market shares, recent trends, competitive intelligence and future market outlook. Culdoscopes Market  usage inprocedure for examining the rectouterine pouch is on the rise. Demand from pharmaceuticals & healthcare infrastructure in ‘North America’ is booming. Competitive rivalry intensifies with Circon Corporation, Karl Kaps GmbH & Co. KG, McKesson Medical-Surgical Inc and others operating in the market.

A culdoscope is a non-flexible endoscope derived from the modification of a laparoscope, and it is used to examine the rectouterine pouch and pelvic viscera through insertion through the vagina. The rectouterine pouch or the space behind the cervix is the space behind the cervix.

Culdoscopes Market Summary

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Market Dynamics

The culdoscopes market growth is driven by the rising cervical cancer incidence and awareness of early diagnosis and the availability of innovative products. The rising incidences of diseases such as tubal adhesions, ectopic pregnancy, intraperitoneal and intrapelvic hemorrhage, ruptured ectopic pregnancy, theca lutein cyst, and salpingitis, and the growing demand for tubal sterilization are the prime drivers of the culdoscopes market.

Greater adoption of culdoscopes over laparoscopy, is expected to drive the growth in the forecast period

Culdoscopy was the most popular procedure for examining the rectouterine pouch, which was taken over by laparoscopy, which uses the abdomen route. However, laparoscopy is ridden with drawbacks such as greater invasive nature and consequent surgical footprint, not to mention the greater risk of infection. However, the need for general anesthesia is the greatest drawback of laparoscopy, which results in greater risk and cost to the patient.

Thus, culdoscopy is making a comeback, hastening by the advent of cold white light and greater miniaturization. Growing miniaturization leads to the greater adoption of culdoscopes, owing to reduced surgery footprint and faster recovery. The development of bioabsorbable sutures is greatly aiding the culdoscopes market growth. Culdoscopy also does not need insufflation of the abdomen and abdominal incision, as in laparoscopy, as the vagina is closed with a suture.

Lack of trained and experienced surgeons is likely to hamper the market growth

The lack of trained and experienced surgeons and the knee-chest positioning of the patient are constraining the market. Lack of popularity and the neglect of the medical community are other restraints of the culdoscopes market. The lack of consensus among surgeons concerning the indications and poor popularity are other constraints of the culdoscopes market.

COVID-19 Impact Analysis

The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and resulting lockdown in various countries across the globe have impacted major companies' financial status in the urea cycle disorders treatment market. The private healthcare sector is one of the sectors, which the COVID-19 pandemic has majorly impacted. The pandemic has negatively impacted the global culdoscopes market in various aspects such as research and development, production, and supply of medicines. The pandemic has also affected the growth of pharmaceutical businesses of various companies across the globe due to lockdowns implemented by governments of several countries.

Segment Analysis

The disposable segment is expected to hold largest share in this market segment

Disposable culdoscopes are affordable and easy-to-use, this product offers the practitioner a purpose-designed alternative to traditional re-usable instruments and many players are launching ergonomic products with novel low friction materials such as silicon coatings. The market is also favoring disposable products over reusable ones, owing to threat of infection.

The cervical cancer screening segment is expected to hold largest share in this market segment

The cervical cancer screening segment accounts largest share in the market. According to the American Cancer Society, an estimated 12,990 new cases of invasive cervical cancer would be diagnosed and would cause the death of 4,120 women in 2016. The death rate due to cervical cancer has dropped over the last 40 years by up to more than 50%, thus indicating the growing adoption of screening procedures.

The hospitals segment is expected to hold largest share in this market segment

Hospitals are predicted to foster the fastest growth in the market because of rising surgical procedures, greater use of electrosurgical equipment (due to technological advancements), higher demand to lessen the risk of cross contamination and hospital acquired diseases., and growing instances of cervical cancer cases. For instance, according to Kalorama information, there are 232 million surgical procedures taking place globally as of 2016, in which 20% happens in the United States, indicating a huge healthcare market. 

Geographical Analysis

North America region holds the largest market share of global culdoscopes market

North America, led by the U.S., is expected to account for the largest share of the global culdoscopes market, owing to more procedures, developed healthcare infrastructure, and attractive reimbursements. Moreover, health agencies of numerous countries are implementing various programs and strategies to deal with the increasing cases of cervical cancer. For instance, Public Health England (PHE) launched a national multimedia campaign in 2019 to encourage cervical screening among women of all ages. In addition, advances in cervical cancer treatment, such as surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy, contribute to the region's growth. Besides this, as colposcopy is a painless, cost-efficient, and non-invasive procedure, its demand is escalating worldwide. Furthermore, new technologies, such as polarimetric imaging, optical coherence tomography, and fluorescence, electrical impedance, and diffuse reflectance spectroscopy, are widely being used to improve the diagnostic accuracy of colposcopy.

Competitive Landscape

The global culdoscopes market is moderately competitive with presence of global companies.  Some of the key players which are contributing to the growth of the market include Circon Corporation, Karl Kaps GmbH & Co. KG, McKesson Medical-Surgical Inc and others. The major players are adopting several growth strategies such as product launches, acquisitions, and collaborations, which are contributing to the growth of the market globally.

Key Companies to Watch

Circon Corporation

Overview: Circon Corporation is the largest producer of laparoscopic scopes, medical video systems, and endoscopic suction irrigation devices in the United States. With the acquisition of Cabot Medical Corporation in 1995, it also became the largest producer of ureteral stents and gynecological sterilization products. A pioneer in medical video technology, Circon designs, manufactures and markets the complete endoscopic optical-video chain for use in minimally invasive surgery (MIS). The system incorporates all elements generating the optical image, including advanced endoscopes, the video camera system, adapter optics, and light source.

Product Portfolio: Circon's product line also includes other electronic equipment and electrosurgical and manual instruments for use by surgeons in diagnosing, taking biopsies, performing surgery, removing kidney and gall stones, performing cauterization, and excising benign tumors.