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A surgical procedure in which a tiny, flexible tube with a lighted end is inserted through a small incision just below the navel. This procedure allows the doctor to view the internal abdominal and pelvic organs on a computer screen, as well as take specimens for cultures or microscopic studies.
Also: Laparoscope
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Topics Related To Laparoscopy
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| Biopsy | Related Topic
"...A core biopsy involves obtaining a sample of tissue with a thick needle or by inserting a thin, lighted tube (laparoscope) into a small incision in the abdomen..."
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Cirrhosis of the Liver |
The Condition
"...If a liver examination is necessary, the doctor might order a computerized axial tomography (CAT) scan, ultrasound, a scan of the liver using a radioisotope, or look at the liver using a laparoscope..."
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Consequences of Gallbladder Surgery |
The Condition
"...Because of limited visibility, this injury is more common with laparoscopy surgery than open surgery..."
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Gallbladder Disease |
Recommendation Surgery
"...Laparoscopy cholecystectomy was introduced in 1987..."
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Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) |
The Condition
"...The doctor may also order other tests such as a sonogram, endometrial biopsy, or laparoscopy to distinguish between PID and other serious problems that may mimic PID..."
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Last updated: Aug 15, 2009
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