Global Flexible & Semi-Rigid Ureteroscopy Market Report: Industry Size, Segment Share and Forecast to 2034
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Flexible & Semi-Rigid Ureteroscopy Market Summary
The global flexible and semi-rigid ureteroscopy market is estimated at USD 1.34 billion in 2026 and is projected to reach USD 1.45 billion in 2027, expanding to USD 2.50 billion by 2034 at a CAGR of 8.1% during 2027–2034. Kidney stones are becoming more common as obesity, diabetes and warmer climates raise risk, and ureteroscopy is now the first-line treatment for most upper-tract stones. Single-use digital scopes remove reprocessing costs and infection risk, which is speeding up their adoption in hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers.
Market Statistics
Key Takeaways
• Flexible ureteroscopes hold the largest product share, an estimated 66.7% of revenue in 2026, because they reach the kidney's upper and lower calyces where most stones form.
• The single-use ureteroscopes segment holds an estimated 38.5% share in 2026, as hospitals avoid repair bills and reprocessing-related infection risk.
• The urolithiasis treatment segment leads applications with an estimated 77.0% share in 2026, supported by the increasing procedural demand for kidney and ureteral stone management.
• Intrarenal pressure monitoring and AI-ready image processors are the newest features, helping urologists reduce post-operative fever and sepsis.
• North America holds the largest regional share, at an estimated 36.4% in 2026, supported by a dedicated reimbursement code for single-use ureteroscopes.
• Asia Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region, currently at an estimated 27.3% share, as stone prevalence rises and low-cost Chinese single-use scopes win FDA clearance.
• Competition is led by large urology device makers, while a growing number of Asian manufacturers are entering with lower-priced single-use scopes.
Flexible & semi-rigid ureteroscopy involves the insertion of a scope into the bladder and ureter for diagnosis and treatment of disorders associated with the urinary tract. Flexible & semi-rigid ureteroscopy is used for addressing the presence of kidney stones along with other disorders. Flexible & semi-rigid ureteroscopy is increasingly being used for the detection and treatment of stone or tumors and abnormal tissues in the ureter or kidney.
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Technological advancements and the presence of established R&D institutes support the growth of the global market for flexible & semi-rigid ureteroscopy. New product launches and acquisitions by leading players in the market have increased the demand for flexible & semi-rigid ureteroscopy across the globe. In April 2019, Dornier MedTech, a major player in the global market for flexible & semi-rigid ureteroscopy, introduced its new offering, axis single-use digital flexible ureteroscope and stone management products, in the United States.
The new product offering is aimed at providing an instant off-the-shelf, cost-effective solution to offer enhanced image quality and visualization for high effectiveness during flexible & semi-rigid ureteroscopy. It is also designed to address cross-contamination between patients by offering a clean and sterile ureteroscope for each patient. This launch enhances the company’s offerings in the market while strengthening its market presence.
Growing cases of kidney-related disorders, changing consumer lifestyles, and increasing awareness among patients drive the growth of the market. In September 2018, Boston Scientific Corporation introduced LithoVue Empower Retrieval Deployment Device to be used in conjunction with its LithoVue single-use digital flexible ureteroscope and nitinol retrieval basket.
This new product is aimed at aiding the operation of a ureteroscope and basket simultaneously during retrieval of kidney stones through flexible & semi-rigid ureteroscopy. The new product is designed to offer enhanced efficiency and effectiveness during stone removal procedures.
The global market for flexible & semi-rigid ureteroscopy is fueled by the increasing demand from countries such as China, Japan, and India, rising healthcare expenditure, and changing lifestyles in Asia-Pacific. The increasing geriatric population, rising cases of lifestyle diseases, and growing need to provide enhanced patient experience have significantly increased the demand for flexible & semi-rigid ureteroscopy over the years.
The healthcare industry worldwide is attracting significant investments to improve the healthcare infrastructure and develop technologically advanced flexible & semi-rigid ureteroscopy devices. Increasing consumption of fast food and aerated beverages reduced water consumption, and lack of fitness consciousness has resulted in increased cases of kidney-related disorders, supplementing the growth of the market.
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Flexible & Semi-Rigid Ureteroscopy Market Report Scope
The market is primarily segmented on the basis of application, device type, end-use, and region.
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Application Outlook
On the basis of application, the market is segmented into urinary stricture, upper urinary tract infection, urolithiasis, kidney cancer, and others. There has been a high demand registered for urolithiasis over the past few years. Increasing cases of kidney stones among kids and adults across the globe have increased the demand from this segment. The rising geriatric population, changing consumer lifestyles, and technological advancements further boost the growth of this segment.
Device Type Outlook
The device type segment has been divided into semi-rigid ureteroscopy and flexible ureteroscopy. The flexible ureteroscopy accounted for a major share of the global market for flexible & semi-rigid ureteroscopy. Flexible ureteroscopy offers enhanced accuracy, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. Healthcare professionals are increasingly shifting to flexible ureteroscopy for the treatment of ureteral cancer, renal failure, and kidney stones.
End-Use Outlook
On the basis of end-user, the market is segmented into diagnostic centers, hospitals, clinics, ambulatory surgery centers, and others. The hospital segment dominated the global flexible & semi-rigid ureteroscopy market in 2020. The high traffic environment, advanced healthcare infrastructure, an increasing number of kidney stone procedures registered in hospitals, and availability of advanced medical equipment boost the growth of this segment. The presence of experienced medical professionals in hospitals coupled with the emergence of new hospitals in developing economies supports the growth of this segment.
Geographic Overview
North America dominated the global market for flexible & semi-rigid ureteroscopy in 2020. The increasing occurrence of kidney-related disorders, sedentary lifestyles of consumers, growing research and development activities, and technological advancements are some factors attributed to the growth of this region.
The established healthcare infrastructure, rising awareness, and increasing investments in the delivery of advanced healthcare services to patients drive the market growth. The presence of established market players and the launch of innovative affordable systems further influences the market in North America.
List Of Key Companies
- Olympus Medical Systems
- Hoya Corporation
- Rocamed
- Boston Scientific Corporation
- Vimex Endoscopy
- Dornier MedTech
- Karl Storz SE & Co. KG
- Maxer Endoscopy
- Stryker Corporation
- Elmed Medical Systems
- Richard Wolf GmbH
Recent Industry Developments
In July 2026, DYNE Medical Group unveiled its next-gen URUS 2.0 single-use flexible ureteroscope at KSER 2026 in Busan, South Korea. The device has a 4.0 Fr working channel and the company's Smile Digital Tip technology, which is engineered to enhance irrigation flow, visualization, and fluid management in retrograde intrarenal surgery. The introduction reflects the growing interest in improving endoscopic visibility and irrigation performance during kidney stone procedures. (Source: DYNE Medical Group)
In March 2026, Cook Medical announced the commercial launch of its Syfonix Suction Ureteral Access Sheath and new 7.5 Fr Ascend Single-Use Flexible Ureteroscope in the United States and Canada. The company’s current portfolio is enhanced with the inclusion of the Ascend ureteroscope, which adds another smaller diameter option for endoscopic procedures, and the Syfonix sheath, which allows physician-controlled suction during kidney stone treatment. The development adds to Cook Medical’s line of disposable ureteroscopy devices and supports advancement in minimally invasive urinary stone management. (Source: Cook Medical)
In February 2026, Stryker announced the launch of its F88 flexible reusable ureteroscope, designed to improve access and maneuverability during minimally invasive urological procedures. The device has 270 degrees of upward and downward deflection, a graduated-flexibility insertion tube and a reinforced bending section. These features are intended to help clinicians navigate difficult urinary tract anatomy. The development is an extension of Stryker’s flexible ureteroscopy portfolio, and speaks to continued innovation in reusable endoscopic instruments for urologic applications. (Source: Stryker)
Flexible & Semi-Rigid Ureteroscopy Market FAQ'S
The flexible and semi-rigid ureteroscopy market is valued at USD 1.34 billion in 2026 and is expected to reach USD 1.45 billion in 2027 and USD 2.50 billion by 2034, according to Polaris Market Research.
The flexible and semi-rigid ureteroscopy market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.1% from 2027 to 2034, adding roughly USD 1.05 billion in value over the forecast period.
Kidney stones are becoming more common as obesity, diabetes and warmer climates raise risk, and ureteroscopy is now the first-line treatment for most upper-tract stones. Single-use digital scopes remove reprocessing costs and infection risk, which is speeding up their adoption in hospitals and ambulatory surgery centres.
The main applications are kidney stone management, upper tract urothelial carcinoma, ureteral strictures, and diagnostic ureteroscopy. Single-use digital flexible scopes are the fastest-growing product layer.
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