South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market Report 2021-2031 by Scope, Segmentation, Dynamics, and Competitive Analysis

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The South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market size is expected to reach US$ 23,968.29 thousand by 2031 from US$ 14,286.19 thousand in 2023. The market is estimated to record a CAGR of 6.7% from 2023 to 2031.

Executive Summary and South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market Analysis:

Argentina is emerging as a prominent destination for medical tourism, particularly for ENT treatments and surgeries. The country offers high-quality healthcare services, advanced medical technologies, and competitive pricing, making it an attractive option for international patients seeking specialized treatments. With a growing number of top-tier hospitals and clinics equipped with state-of-the-art laser technology, Argentina provides a range of ENT procedures, including laser-assisted surgeries for the treatment of conditions such as sinusitis, tonsillectomy, and snoring.

South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market Segmentation Analysis:

Key segments that contributed to the derivation of the laser-assisted ENT surgery market analysis are laser type, surgery type, and end user.

By laser type, the laser-assisted ENT surgery market is segmented into co2laser, Nd.YAGlaser, diode laser, blue laser, KTP laser, argon laser, and other laser types. The co2laser held the largest share of the market in 2023.

In terms of surgery type, the laser-assisted ENT surgery market is divided into laser laryngeal surgery, laser endoscopic sinus surgery (LESS), laser-assisted uvulopalatoplasty (LAUP), laser-assisted stapedotomy, laser-assisted tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy, laser turbinate reduction, transoral laser microsurgery (TLM), nasal surgery, and other surgery types. The laser-assisted tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy segment held the largest share of the market in 2023.

Based on end-user, the laser-assisted ENT surgery market is categorized into hospitals and specialty clinics, physician office, and other end-users. The hospitals and specialty clinics segment held the largest share of the market in 2023.

South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market Outlook

Conditions such as chronic sinusitis, sleep apnea, hearing loss, and various tumors of the head and neck are becoming more common, necessitating advanced surgical interventions. Laser-assisted surgeries offer a compelling solution due to their minimally invasive nature, which aligns with the growing preference among patients for procedures that promise quick recovery times and less postoperative discomfort. According to an article published in Rhinology in 2024, the prevalence range of chronic rhinosinusitis is 5-12%; from this, 20% have nasal polyps worldwide.

As the global population ages, the demand for effective and innovative treatment options for ENT (i.e., ear, nose, and throat) disorders surges in tandem. Also, environmental factors further worsen ENT-related conditions. Further, the increasing prevalence of ENT disorders is accompanied by a heightened awareness of the importance of early diagnosis and treatment. As patients are more informed than ever about their health options, they willingly seek advanced therapies, thereby fundamentally reshaping the landscape of Otolaryngological treatments. This trend is bolstered by technological advancements in diagnostic tools, which facilitate earlier detection of ENT conditions. Thus, as soon as patients are diagnosed, the likelihood of requiring surgical intervention increases, propelling the number of laser-assisted surgeries.

South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market Country Insights

Based on country, the South & Central America laser-assisted ENT surgery market comprises Brazil, Argentina, and the Rest of South & Central America. Brazil held the largest share in 2023.

According to an article published in the Rhinology journal, the prevalence of chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is 5.51% in Sao Paulo-more than 500,000 individuals are affected by this condition in this Brazilian city. Thus, the rising incidence of ENT disorders drives the demand for effective treatment options, particularly minimally invasive procedures utilizing laser technology. Minimally invasive techniques are preferred by both patients and doctors owing to the shorter time of recovery and lower risk of complications associated with these procedures. Additionally, the burgeoning healthcare spending with increased disposable income allows more patients to seek advanced medical treatments in Brazil. The availability of well-equipped ENT facilities with improving hospital infrastructure and advancements in laser technologies such as CO2 and Nd: YAG lasers further propel the adoption of laser-assisted surgeries in the country.

South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market Company Profiles

Some of the key players operating in the market include biolitec AG (Biolitec); Iridex Corporation; Medency; Dimed Laser Technology Co., Ltd.; intros Medical Laser GmbH; ARC Laser GmbH; LightScalpel; GIGAAMEDICAL; INTERmedic ARFRAN; Limmer Laser GmbH; Qolight Medical Laser; and Sisram Medical Ltd., among others. These players are adopting various strategies such as expansion, product innovation, and mergers and acquisitions to provide innovative products to their consumers and increase their market share.

South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market Research Methodology :

The following methodology has been followed for the collection and analysis of data presented in this report:

Secondary Research The research process begins with comprehensive secondary research, utilizing both internal and external sources to gather qualitative and quantitative data for each market. Commonly referenced secondary research sources include, but are not limited to:

Company websites , annual reports, financial statements, broker analyses, and investor presentations. Industry trade journals and other relevant publications. Government documents , statistical databases, and market reports. News articles , press releases, and webcasts specific to companies operating in the market. Note: All financial data included in the Company Profiles section has been standardized to USD. For companies reporting in other currencies, figures have been converted to USD using the relevant exchange rates for the corresponding year.

Primary Research The Insight Partners' conducts a significant number of primary interviews each year with industry stakeholders and experts to validate its data analysis, and gain valuable insights. These research interviews are designed to:

Validate and refine findings from secondary research. Enhance the expertise and market understanding of the analysis team. Gain insights into market size, trends, growth patterns, competitive dynamics, and future prospects. Primary research is conducted via email interactions and telephone interviews, encompassing various markets, categories, segments, and sub-segments across different regions. Participants typically include:

Industry stakeholders : Vice Presidents, business development managers, market intelligence managers, and national sales managers External experts : Valuation specialists, research analysts, and key opinion leaders with industry-specific expertise

Product Code: BMIRE00031821

1. Introduction

1.1 Report Guidance
1.2 Market Segmentation

2. Executive Summary

2.1 Key Insights

3. Research Methodology

3.1 Secondary Research
3.2 Primary Research
- 3.2.1 Hypothesis formulation:
- 3.2.2 Macro-economic factor analysis:
- 3.2.3 Developing base number:
- 3.2.4 Data Triangulation:
- 3.2.5 Country level data:

4. South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market Landscape

4.1 PEST Analysis
4.2 Sales Volume of Major CO2 Laser Brands, Global, 2023
4.3 Installed Base of CO2 Lasers by Lumenis LTD. (Boston Scientific)
4.4 Average Selling Price (ASP) per Unit of CO2 Lasers, Global, 2023
4.5 Proportion (%) of Lasers used with Microscope and Exoscope, Global, 2023
4.6 Number of Centers Performing Laser Surgery, Key Regions, 2023
4.7 Overview Of CO2 Laser Hollow Fibres: Global Perspective

5. South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market - Key Market Dynamics

5.1 Market Drivers
- 5.1.1 Increasing Prevalence of ENT Disorders
- 5.1.2 Growing Demand for Outpatient Procedures
5.2 Market Restraints
- 5.2.1 High Costs of Equipment
5.3 Market Opportunities
- 5.3.1 Increasing Adoption of Minimally Invasive Procedures
5.4 Future Trends
- 5.4.1 Integration with Other Technologies
5.5 Impact of Drivers and Restraints:

6. Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market - South & Central America Analysis

6.1 South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market Revenue (US$ Thousand), 2021-2031
6.2 South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market Forecast Analysis

7. South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market Analysis - by Laser Type

7.1 CO2Laser
- 7.1.1 Overview
- 7.1.2 CO2Laser: South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Thousand)
7.2 Nd.YAGLaser
- 7.2.1 Overview
- 7.2.2 Nd.YAGLaser: South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Thousand)
7.3 Diode Laser
- 7.3.1 Overview
- 7.3.2 Diode Laser: South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Thousand)
7.4 Blue Laser
- 7.4.1 Overview
- 7.4.2 Blue Laser: South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Thousand)
7.5 KTP Laser
- 7.5.1 Overview
- 7.5.2 KTP Laser: South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Thousand)
7.6 Argon Laser
- 7.6.1 Overview
- 7.6.2 Argon Laser: South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Thousand)
7.7 Other Laser Types
- 7.7.1 Overview
- 7.7.2 Other Laser Types: South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Thousand)

8. South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market Analysis - by Surgery Types

8.1 Laser Laryngeal Surgery
- 8.1.1 Overview
- 8.1.2 Laser Laryngeal Surgery: South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Thousand)
8.2 Laser Endoscopic Sinus Surgery [LESS]
- 8.2.1 Overview
- 8.2.2 Laser Endoscopic Sinus Surgery [LESS]: South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Thousand)
8.3 Laser-Assisted Uvulopalatoplasty [LAUP]
- 8.3.1 Overview
- 8.3.2 Laser-Assisted Uvulopalatoplasty [LAUP]: South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Thousand)
8.4 Laser-Assisted Stapedotomy
- 8.4.1 Overview
- 8.4.2 Laser-Assisted Stapedotomy: South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Thousand)
8.5 Laser-Assisted Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy
- 8.5.1 Overview
- 8.5.2 Laser-Assisted Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy: South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Thousand)
8.6 Laser Turbinate Reduction
- 8.6.1 Overview
- 8.6.2 Laser Turbinate Reduction: South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Thousand)
8.7 Transoral Laser Microsurgery (TLM)
- 8.7.1 Overview
- 8.7.2 Transoral Laser Microsurgery (TLM): South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Thousand)
8.8 Nasal Surgery
- 8.8.1 Overview
- 8.8.2 Nasal Surgery: South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Thousand)
8.9 Other Surgery Types
- 8.9.1 Overview
- 8.9.2 Other Surgery Types: South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Thousand)

9. South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market Analysis - by End-user

9.1 Hospitals and Specialty Clinics
- 9.1.1 Overview
- 9.1.2 Hospitals and Specialty Clinics: South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Thousand)
9.2 Physician Office
- 9.2.1 Overview
- 9.2.2 Physician Office: South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Thousand)
9.3 Other End-Users
- 9.3.1 Overview
- 9.3.2 Other End-Users: South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Thousand)

10. South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market - Country Analysis

10.1 South & Central America
- 10.1.1 South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market - Revenue and Forecast Analysis - by Country
  - 10.1.1.1 South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market - Revenue and Forecast Analysis - by Country
  - 10.1.1.2 Brazil: South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Thousand)
    - 10.1.1.2.1 Brazil: South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market Share - by Laser Type
    - 10.1.1.2.2 Brazil: South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market Share - by Diode Laser
    - 10.1.1.2.3 Brazil: South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market Share - by Surgery Types
    - 10.1.1.2.4 Brazil: South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market Share - by End-user
  - 10.1.1.3 Argentina: South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Thousand)
    - 10.1.1.3.1 Argentina: South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market Share - by Laser Type
    - 10.1.1.3.2 Argentina: South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market Share - by Diode Laser
    - 10.1.1.3.3 Argentina: South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market Share - by Surgery Types
    - 10.1.1.3.4 Argentina: South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market Share - by End-user
  - 10.1.1.4 Rest of South & Central America: South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market - Revenue and Forecast, 2021-2031 (US$ Thousand)
    - 10.1.1.4.1 Rest of South & Central America: South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market Share - by Laser Type
    - 10.1.1.4.2 Rest of South & Central America: South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market Share - by Diode Laser
    - 10.1.1.4.3 Rest of South & Central America: South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market Share - by Surgery Types
    - 10.1.1.4.4 Rest of South & Central America: South & Central America Laser-Assisted ENT Surgery Market Share - by End-user

11. Company Profiles

11.1 biolitec AG (Biolitec)
- 11.1.1 Key Facts
- 11.1.2 Business Description
- 11.1.3 Products and Services
- 11.1.4 Financial Overview
- 11.1.5 SWOT Analysis
- 11.1.6 Key Developments
11.2 Iridex Corporation
- 11.2.1 Key Facts
- 11.2.2 Business Description
- 11.2.3 Products and Services
- 11.2.4 Financial Overview
- 11.2.5 SWOT Analysis
- 11.2.6 Key Developments
11.3 Medency
- 11.3.1 Key Facts
- 11.3.2 Business Description
- 11.3.3 Products and Services
- 11.3.4 Financial Overview
- 11.3.5 SWOT Analysis
- 11.3.6 Key Developments
11.4 Dimed Laser Technology Co., Ltd.
- 11.4.1 Key Facts
- 11.4.2 Business Description
- 11.4.3 Products and Services
- 11.4.4 Financial Overview
- 11.4.5 SWOT Analysis
- 11.4.6 Key Developments
11.5 intros Medical Laser GmbH
- 11.5.1 Key Facts
- 11.5.2 Business Description
- 11.5.3 Products and Services
- 11.5.4 Financial Overview
- 11.5.5 SWOT Analysis
- 11.5.6 Key Developments
11.6 ARC Laser GmbH
- 11.6.1 Key Facts
- 11.6.2 Business Description
- 11.6.3 Products and Services
- 11.6.4 Financial Overview
- 11.6.5 SWOT Analysis
- 11.6.6 Key Developments
11.7 LightScalpel
- 11.7.1 Key Facts
- 11.7.2 Business Description
- 11.7.3 Products and Services
- 11.7.4 Financial Overview
- 11.7.5 SWOT Analysis
- 11.7.6 Key Developments
11.8 GIGAAMEDICAL
- 11.8.1 Key Facts
- 11.8.2 Business Description
- 11.8.3 Products and Services
- 11.8.4 Financial Overview
- 11.8.5 SWOT Analysis
- 11.8.6 Key Developments
11.9 INTERmedic ARFRAN
- 11.9.1 Key Facts
- 11.9.2 Business Description
- 11.9.3 Products and Services
- 11.9.4 Financial Overview
- 11.9.5 SWOT Analysis
- 11.9.6 Key Developments
11.10 Limmer Laser GmbH
- 11.10.1 Key Facts
- 11.10.2 Business Description
- 11.10.3 Products and Services
- 11.10.4 Financial Overview
- 11.10.5 SWOT Analysis
- 11.10.6 Key Developments
11.11 Qolight Medical Laser
- 11.11.1 Key Facts
- 11.11.2 Business Description
- 11.11.3 Products and Services
- 11.11.4 Financial Overview
- 11.11.5 SWOT Analysis
- 11.11.6 Key Developments
11.12 Sisram Medical Ltd
- 11.12.1 Key Facts
- 11.12.2 Business Description
- 11.12.3 Products and Services
- 11.12.4 Financial Overview
- 11.12.5 SWOT Analysis
- 11.12.6 Key Developments

12. Appendix

12.1 Glossary of Terms
12.2 About The Insight Partners