- Handheld surgical instruments, used for performing various surgical tasks such as cutting, dissecting, grasping, and suturing, are increasingly vital tools across numerous surgical specialties in both inpatient and outpatient settings due to their precision, ease of use, and adaptability in minimally invasive as well as open procedures
- The escalating demand for handheld surgical instruments is primarily fueled by the rising number of surgical interventions globally, growing geriatric population, and increasing prevalence of chronic illnesses necessitating operative treatment
- North America dominated the handheld surgical instruments market with the largest revenue share of 40.1% in 2024, characterized by advanced healthcare infrastructure, high surgical procedure volume, and strong presence of major medical device manufacturers, with the U.S. leading due to continuous innovation in surgical tools and increasing focus on surgical efficiency and patient outcomes
- Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest growing region in the handheld surgical instruments market during the forecast period due to expanding healthcare access, medical tourism growth, and increasing investment in hospital infrastructure
- Forceps segment dominated the handheld surgical instruments market with a market share of 36.3% in 2024, driven by their broad utility across surgical disciplines, cost-effectiveness, and essential role in tissue handling and wound closure
