laparoscopy
noun
lap·a·ros·co·py
ˌla-pə-ˈrä-skə-pē 
plural laparoscopies
1
: visual examination of the abdomen by means of a laparoscope
2
: an operation (such as tubal ligation or gallbladder removal) involving laparoscopy
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Since laparo- means "wall of the abdomen", a laparoscope is an endoscope designed especially to examine the abdomen. Common laparoscopic surgeries include removal of the gallbladder, appendix, or kidney, and removal of tumors from abdominal organs. Like the other endoscopic surgeries, laparoscopy, as compared to traditional surgery, reduces risk of bleeding, pain following the operation, patient recovery time, and length of hospital stays.
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Carisa Brewster, Verywell Health, 24 Oct. 2024
Diagnostic laparoscopy and biopsy (tissue sample) Genetic testing based on diagnosis
When to Treat Virilization
The timing and choice of treatment of virilization depends on factors that include the cause of the syndrome as well as the age and overall health of the affected person.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 11 July 2024
The laparoscopy found 37 lesions and a cyst on her ovary, which was removed via surgery.
—Brendan Le, Peoplemag, 4 May 2024
That's a common term in the UK for a laparoscopy, where a doctor makes a small incision and inserts a camera to guide the procedure.
—Cara Lynn Shultz, Peoplemag, 26 Apr. 2024
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“Laparoscopy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/laparoscopy. Accessed 19 Nov. 2024.
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laparoscopy
noun
lap·a·ros·co·py
ˌlap-ə-ˈräs-kə-pē
plural laparoscopies
1
: visual examination of the inside of the abdomen by means of a laparoscope
called also peritoneoscopy
2
: an operation (as tubal ligation or gallbladder removal) involving laparoscopy
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