Sentinel Node Biopsy Market

By Product;

Breast Localization Wire, Tissue Marker, Gamma Probe, Drainage Catheters, and Others

By Indication;

Breast Cancer, Melanoma, Colon Cancer, and Esophageal Cancer

By End User;

Hospitals & Clinics, Diagnostic Centers and Others

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031)
Report ID: Rn148329713 Published Date: August, 2025

Sentinel Node Biopsy Market Overview

Sentinel Node Biopsy Market (USD Million)

Sentinel Node Biopsy Market was valued at USD 507.89 million in the year 2024. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 717.03 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 5.1%.


Sentinel Node Biopsy Market

*Market size in USD million

CAGR 5.1 %


Study Period2025 - 2031
Base Year2024
CAGR (%)5.1 %
Market Size (2024)USD 507.89 Million
Market Size (2031)USD 717.03 Million
Market ConcentrationMedium
Report Pages318
507.89
2024
717.03
2031

Major Players

  • Devicor Medical Products, Inc., Part Of Leica Biosystems.
  • C. R. Bard, Inc.
  • INTRAMEDICAL IMAGING
  • Hilfe Engineering Corporation
  • Surgic Eye
  • KUB Technologies, Inc.
  • Navidea Biopharmaceuticals, Inc.
  • Others

Market Concentration

Consolidated - Market dominated by 1 - 5 major players

Sentinel Node Biopsy Market

Fragmented - Highly competitive market without dominant players


The Sentinel Node Biopsy Market is expanding rapidly as this method gains traction as the preferred diagnostic tool for cancer staging. Nearly 65% of early-stage breast cancer patients opt for sentinel node biopsy instead of complete lymph node removal, significantly reducing risks like lymphedema. This shift toward less invasive diagnostics is reshaping oncology practices worldwide.

Technological Advancements Enhancing Outcomes
The introduction of dual-tracer techniques, radioisotopes, and fluorescence imaging has enhanced detection precision. Over 50% of modern procedures now leverage such innovations, driving improved outcomes and boosting the confidence of both patients and clinicians.

Patient-Centered Benefits Driving Growth
The market is also supported by patient-centered benefits. Sentinel node biopsy reduces surgical complications by approximately 45%, improves recovery timelines, and lowers costs compared to traditional methods. These advantages are driving broader clinical adoption, particularly in healthcare systems focused on minimally invasive care.

Diversifying Applications in Oncology
Beyond breast cancer, the scope of sentinel node biopsy is widening. Nearly 30% of cases are now linked to melanoma, gynecological cancers, and head & neck malignancies. This diversification is a key growth driver, positioning sentinel node biopsy as an essential diagnostic tool across multiple oncology segments.

  1. Introduction
    1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    2. Research Methodology
    3. Abbreviations
  2. Market Definition & Study Scope
  3. Executive Summary
    1. Market Snapshot, By Product
    2. Market Snapshot, By Indication
    3. Market Snapshot, By End User
    4. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. Sentinel Node Biopsy Market Dynamics
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Increasing Cancer Incidence

        2. Technological Advancements

      2. Restraints
        1. Cost Constraints

        2. Surgical Complexity and Training Requirements

      3. Opportunities
        1. Expansion of Indications

        2. Emerging Markets

    2. PEST Analysis
      1. Political Analysis
      2. Economic Analysis
      3. Social Analysis
      4. Technological Analysis
    3. Porter's Analysis
      1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
      3. Threat of Substitutes
      4. Threat of New Entrants
      5. Competitive Rivalry
  5. Market Segmentation
    1. Sentinel Node Biopsy Market, By Product, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Breast Localization Wire
      2. Tissue Marker
      3. Gamma Probe
      4. Drainage Catheters
      5. Others
    2. Sentinel Node Biopsy Market, By Indication, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Breast Cancer
      2. Melanoma
      3. Colon Cancer
      4. Esophageal Cancer
    3. Sentinel Node Biopsy Market, By End User, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Hospitals & Clinics
      2. Diagnostic Centers
      3. Others
    4. Sentinel Node Biopsy Market, By Geography, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. North America
        1. United States
        2. Canada
      2. Europe
        1. Germany
        2. United Kingdom
        3. France
        4. Italy
        5. Spain
        6. Nordic
        7. Benelux
        8. Rest of Europe
      3. Asia Pacific
        1. Japan
        2. China
        3. India
        4. Australia & New Zealand
        5. South Korea
        6. ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Countries)
        7. Rest of Asia Pacific
      4. Middle East & Africa
        1. GCC
        2. Israel
        3. South Africa
        4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
      5. Latin America
        1. Brazil
        2. Mexico
        3. Argentina
        4. Rest of Latin America
  6. Competitive Landscape
    1. Company Profiles
      1. Devicor Medical Products, Inc., Part Of Leica Biosystems.
      2. C. R. Bard, Inc.
      3. INTRAMEDICAL IMAGING
      4. Hilfe Engineering Corporation
      5. Surgic Eye
      6. KUB Technologies, Inc.
      7. Navidea Biopharmaceuticals, Inc.
      8. Others
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market