Needle Holders Market – By Product and Service, By Delivery Mode, By End Use, Global Forecast, 2025 to 2034

Needle Holders Market Size

The global market size was valued at USD 290.9 million in 2024 and is projected to exhibit 10.1% CAGR from 2025-2034. minimally invasive surgeries, growth in robotic-assisted surgical procedures, advancements in biocompatible and specialized materials, and growth in chronic diseases requiring surgical interventions are driving revenue growth in the market.
 

The increasing precision and requirement for efficiency in complicated procedures has led to the development of robotic-assisted surgery, which has seen widespread acceptance. As depicted in the 2021 investor presentation by Intuitive Surgical, their surgical robots had completed almost 85 million robotic-assisted surgeries by January 2021. These systems complement surgeries or invasive treatments and significantly improve their effectiveness and precision. They also minimize blood loss, infections and the recovery time spent in the hospital. Various advanced robotic surgeries are encouraging the use of miniaturized surgical instruments used for accurate and intricate suturing in the limited space.

Needle holders designed for robotic surgery are held in position adequately, and accurately for good suturing under the movement of a robotic arm. Other kinds of robotic-assisted needle holders include new designs and materials that promote integration with robotic platforms. Due to the increased use of robotic-assisted operations over previous techniques, the demand for advanced suture needle holders is projected to rise during this projected period.
 

Needle holders are unique surgical instruments that are designed for grasping and manipulating needles used for suturing during a surgery. Consequently, the needle holders allow the surgeon to hold onto the needle firmly, thereby allowing the surgeon to pass sutures through tissues more accurately and efficiently.
 

Needle Holders Market Trends

The market is set on a rapid expansion trajectory owing to both changes in technology, regulations, as well as a higher need for improved healthcare services.
 

• As such, manufacturers have turned their attention towards needle holders that have a better grip, ergonomic features and are made from long lasting materials that tubular inserts made from tungsten carbide. These improvements seek to enhance the lifespan of the instruments while also providing better control to surgeons. Reliability is provided by tungsten carbide, which also enhances operational efficiency and drives down the surgical bottoms.
   
• In addition, new features such as self-locking mechanisms, built-in force sensors, and non-slip grips are beginning to be standard. These innovations often eliminate the requirement for excessive manual re-adjustments during the suturing process allowing for better grasping of the suturing needle.
   
• New designs of needle holders intended for specific types of procedures, such as cardiovascular, gynecological or ophthalmic, are gaining significance as they help improve surgical performance. For instance, vendors such as KLS Martin Group and Grey Medical are offering customizable needle holders. The choice of jaw configuration, length and handle design gives surgeons the tools they require for every single procedure they will need to perform.
   

Needle Holders Market Analysis

Based on type, the market is segmented into olsen-hegar needle holder, mayo-hegar needle holder, webster needle holder, mathieu needle holder, halsey needle holder, crilewood needle holder, derf needle holder, and other types. The olsen-hegar needle holder segment dominates the market with a share of 32.1% in 2024.
 

• The factors which are fueling revenue growth in the segment are due to the economic advantages and ease of use of the olsen-hegar needle holder. The olsen-hegar needle holder is a scissors and a needle holder combined into one device. This enables, the combination of the articles, a combination of suturing and cutting without having an extra hand tool.
   
• Moreover, owing to their further ergonomic design as well as their ability to accommodate several suture sizes and types, olsen-hegar needle holders are utilized in gastrointestinal surgery and other branches of veterinary and dental surgery, thus explaining the increased demand for them around the world.
   

Based on usage, the needle holders market is segmented into reusable needle holder and single-use needle holder. The reusable needle holders segment held a dominating share of 71.8% in the market in 2024.
 

• While needle holders that are designed for single-use are becoming more popular, the reusable varieties have been in use by surgeons for a long time. This means that the handling and touch of these instruments has become familiar to surgeons who prefer using them during surgeries.
   
• Moreover, even though the upfront cost of reusable needle holders is expensive, they offset the costs in the long run as they can be sterilised and used multiple times. They also help in decreasing the amount of medical waste produced. Because of the cost advantages they offer, reusable needle holders are especially popular in low or tight resource healthcare environments.
   

Based on material, the needle holders market is segmented into stainless steel needle holder, tungsten carbide needle holder, and other materials. The stainless steel needle holder segment held a dominating share of 64.5% in the market in 2024.
 

• Stainless steel offers needle holders the necessary strength to withstand the rigors associated with suturing, this is because of the strength that it holds. This means that even with regular use, these stainless steel needle holders maintain their structure and performance.
   
• Also, stainless steel is a biocompatible material which means it will not harm the human body. Therefore, it is perfect for surgical tools and instruments that will get in contact with tissues and blood during the surgery procedures.
   
• Moreover, stainless steel needle holders can withstand a great variety of sterilization methods including steam or dry heat sterilization thereby increasing their adoption across the globe.
   

Based on application, the needle holders market is segmented into cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, thoracic, orthopedic, dental, ophthalmic, urology, gynecology, and other applications. The cardiovascular segment held a dominating share of 22.6% in the market in 2024.
 

• Increase in the global cases of heart diseases, hypertension and atherosclerosis has led to the increase in cardiovascular procedures. For example, reports from the World Heart Federation indicate that the number of global CVD deaths increased from 12.1 million in 1990 to 20.5 million in 2021. There has been a shift from CVD deaths to CVD management, which in turn has boosted the growth of specialized surgical instruments such as needle holders.
   
• In the same vein, coronary artery bypass surgeries, heart valve repairs, and cardiovascular transplant operations need claim to have some of the highest precision surgeries. During cardiovascular surgeries, the needle holders are meant to not only tightly grasp fine needles but also allow easy suturing in hard-to-reach areas. Consequently, there is a strong need for designing and manufacturing bespoke needle holders in a wider range of custom designed needle holders for cardiovascular surgeries, in turn, enhancing the sales of this segment.

Based on end user, the needle holders market is segmented into hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, and other end users. The hospitals segment dominated the market with a share of about 62.2% in the year 2024.
 

• A broad spectrum of procedures is done in hospitals, for example general, cardiovascular and orthopedic surgeries being only a few of them. The very concept of needle holder gives a good value impression in suturing hence the significant market demand for injectable catheter holders.
   
• Furthermore, engaging on a number of surgeries enables these hospitals across the board to purchase bulk sets of needle holders which can easily be sterilized and re-used, which proves to be more economical. The supply contracts for these bulk purchases of needle holders create a reliable channel and widely available cutting-edge needle holders which contributes positively to this market segment.

In 2024, the U.S. led the North American needle holders market, generating a revenue of about USD 108.4 million.
 

• There is a rising need for needle holders in the U.S. market as it has seen an increase in minimally invasive procedures as well as advanced surgical procedures. As per the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons, between 2019-2022, there was a 19% increase in the number of cosmetic procedures performed in the country. Likewise, the Healthcare Quality Agency observes that between 2016 and 2021, there was an increase in procedures focused on aneurysm reparative surgery in hospitalised patients from 59,525 to 68,070.
   
• In U.S., the adoption of advanced surgical apparatus has become common, and robotic surgeries and minimally invasive techniques are actively encouraged. As a result, there is a greater need for these machines as they usually need custom designed needle holders that are more flexible and accurate.
   

The UK is set to see strong growth in its needle holders market from 2025 to 2034.
 

• The government of the UK reports that the NHS spends about USD 12.8 billion on average every year on medtech related equipment. The expansion in revenue from the advanced needle holder segment of the market is further aided by the presence of major players in the medical devices market. In 2021, the export value of the medtech market was around USD 7.1 billion.
   
• More funding in medicine means new technology, for example new needle holders, are going to be more easily accessible in the country which would lead to an increase in needle holders being used nationwide. According to a report published by the UK government in 2021 over USD 1.2 billion was invested in over 60 programs which focused on innovation.
   

Japan needle holders market is set for significant growth from 2024 to 2034.
 

• According to the World Bank Organization, Japan is home to over 30% of the 65 and over people across the globe, this results in an increase in surgical procedures, therefore increasing the demand for surgical instruments, specifically needle holders.
   
• The trend of using robotic surgery is starting to pick up pace in Japan, so along with the rise in the popularity for robotic surgery, it is also expected that there will be a rise in the demand for surgical instruments that include needle holders, more specifically the high precision ones designed for smaller incisions.
   

Saudi Arabia needle holders market is expected to witness substantial growth during the forecast period.
 

• There has been a surge in the growth of specialized surgical services in the country, specifically organ transplants, heart surgeries, and cancer treatments. According to the Ministry of Health, in 2023 the Kingdom ranked second in the world for living donor rates with 57 per million while it was ranked 30th in the world for deceased donor rates with 27 donors per million people. A total of 2,091 organ transplants were carried out with the help of living and deceased donors. The growing trend of patients requiring organ transplants and complex operations also boosts the demand for highly specialized instruments including needle holders.
   
• The Saudi government has prioritized the importance of healthcare services to the people and has devoted a substantial portion of the national budget to support the healthcare sector. This means that hospitals and clinics have access to cutting-edge surgical instruments such as needle holders.
   

Needle Holders Market Share

The market is highly competitive as there are many companies offering similar products across different regional boundaries. The industry comprises of both well-established organizations and small vendors operating in different market segments. Companies tend to service particular geographies because of the regulatory environments, differences in healthcare systems, and levels of market penetration. Furthermore, the growing availability of new entrants to the market, especially due to the widespread use of mobile apps, AI-based solutions, and the robust increased use of FHIR- and other interoperability standards, has made the competition more intense in the market. This combination of new players strengthens the segmentation of the market as such companies tend to develop more or less narrowly focused on new ideas.
 

Needle Holders Market Companies

Some of the eminent market participants operating in the needle holders industry include:

• A. Schweickhardt
• August Reuchlen
• B. Braun Melsungen
• Baxter International
• Becton, Dickinson and Company
• Hologic (Somatex Medical Technologies)
• Hu-Friedy Mfg
• Johnson & Johnson
• KLS Martin Group
• MedGyn Products
• Medline Industries
• Nordent Manufacturing
• Olympus Corporation
• Sklar Instruments
• Towne Brothers
   

USPs of key players:

• Offering needle holders with precision grip and reduced hand fatigue for enhanced surgical efficiency.
   
• Utilizing high-quality, corrosion-resistant materials for long-lasting performance and reliability.
   
• Providing specialized needle holders tailored for various surgical procedures and applications.
   

Needle Holders Industry News:

• In January 2023, B. Braun Melsungen announced plans to expand its manufacturing capacity in Allentown, Pennsylvania, US. The company's expansion in Allentown, which currently employs 1,500 workers, aims to enhance the production of medical devices.
   
• In January 2021, Hologic acquired SOMATEX, a company specializing in advanced needle holders and biopsy site markers. This acquisition supports Hologic's strategy to offer a wide range of solutions across the breast health care spectrum.
   

The needle holders market research report includes an in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates and forecast in terms of revenue in USD Million from 2021 – 2034 for the following segments:

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Market, By Type

• Olsen-hegar needle holder
• Mayo-hegar needle holder
• Webster needle holder
• Mathieu needle holder
• Halsey needle holder
• Crilewood needle holder
• Derf needle holder
• Other types

Market, By Usage

• Reusable needle holder
• Single-use needle holder

Market, By Material

• Stainless steel needle holder
• Tungsten carbide needle holder
• Other materials

Market, By Application

• Cardiovascular
• Gastrointestinal
• Thoracic
• Orthopedic
• Dental
• Ophthalmic
• Urology
• Gynecology
• Other applications

Market, By End Use

• Hospitals
• Ambulatory surgical centers
• Other end-users

The above information is provided for the following regions and countries:

• North America 
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe 
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Spain
  • Italy
• Asia Pacific 
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • Australia
  • South Korea
• Latin America 
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Argentina
• Middle East and Africa 
  • South Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE