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The Trocar market is a subset of the larger Surgical Devices market. Trocars are medical instruments used to create access to the abdominal cavity during laparoscopic surgery. They are typically composed of a cannula, obturator, and seal. The cannula is a hollow tube that is inserted into the body, while the obturator is a sharp-tipped rod that is used to penetrate the tissue. The seal is a mechanism that prevents gas from escaping the abdominal cavity. Trocars are used in a variety of laparoscopic procedures, including cholecystectomy, appendectomy, and hernia repair. The Trocar market is highly competitive, with a number of companies offering a wide range of products. Some of the major players in the market include Ethicon, Medtronic, Stryker, Smith & Nephew, and CONMED. Show Less Read more