Surgical imaging arms market seen reaching $2.42 billion by 2030

The surgical imaging arms market is projected to grow from $1.56 billion in 2025 to $1.71 billion in 2026, with demand rising for minimally invasive and image-guided procedures. The Business Research Company says the market could reach $2.42 billion by 2030 as robotic surgery, hybrid operating rooms and chronic disease cases increase.

Why it matters: - Surgical imaging arms support precise imaging guidance in operating rooms, especially for minimally invasive procedures. - The market is tied to broader demand for surgical precision, patient safety and better outcomes. - Rising chronic disease cases are adding pressure on surgical systems and expanding use cases for image-guided intervention.

What happened: - The Business Research Company published a surgical imaging arms market report on Aug. 31, 2026. - The report estimates the market will grow from $1.56 billion in 2025 to $1.71 billion in 2026. - The report forecasts the market will reach $2.42 billion by 2030. - The company projects a 9.5% compound annual growth rate for 2026 and a 9.0% CAGR through 2030. - Download a free sample of the report. - View the full surgical imaging arms market report.

The details: - Historical growth has been supported by more surgical procedures, especially orthopedic and trauma cases. - Expanded hospital imaging infrastructure has helped adoption. - Wider use of image-guided surgery has lifted demand. - Advanced imaging arm technology has also contributed to market growth. - Future growth is expected to come from robotic surgical platforms, hybrid operating room investment, more complex procedures and stronger demand for precision-guided interventions. - The report highlights key trends including robotic-assisted surgical imaging, real-time intraoperative imaging, navigation system integration, minimally invasive surgery and greater emphasis on imaging accuracy. - Surgical imaging arms are directly controlled by surgeons to guide imaging during operations. - The systems are used to improve surgical precision and reduce patient risk. - The report covers Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East and Africa. - North America held the largest market share in 2025. - Asia-Pacific is expected to post the fastest growth during the forecast period.

Between the lines: - The market outlook suggests surgical imaging arms are becoming a core part of the broader shift toward robotic and image-guided surgery. - The chronic disease driver is important because it expands the pool of patients who may need complex procedures, even if the arms are not treating the diseases directly. - The regional growth pattern points to a mature North American base and faster adoption in Asia-Pacific. - The report’s new features, including TAM analysis, company scoring matrices and forecasting dashboards, suggest buyers want more strategic planning tools alongside market data.

What's next: - Demand is likely to rise as more hospitals invest in hybrid operating rooms and robotic surgical systems. - Growth should remain strongest in procedures that require real-time imaging and high-precision navigation. - The company says its 2026 market reports now include enhanced strategic insights, updated graphics and tables, and forecasting dashboards. - The report notes that the next phase of growth will be shaped by patient safety priorities and surgical outcome improvements.