Singapore, June 16 -- Healthcare startup SDP Japan, Inc. hasraised approximatelyJPY 4.5 billion(equivalent to $31 million) through a Series D equity financing round, alongside secondary transaction, debt financing and asset-based funding. The equity round was led by Japan Post Investment and included participation from seven institutional investors.

Japan'ssuper-aeging society continues to fuel steady growth in the healthcare sector, particularly in the fields of orthopedics and cardiovascular - two core areas of focus for SDP Japan.

Surgical procedures in these specialties are increasing at 5-8% per annum, with demand projected to grow through 2050, according to research by Yano Research Institute.

Despite growing need, the surgical c...