Associations to the word «Laparoscopy»

Wiktionary

LAPAROSCOPY, noun. (medicine) Examination of the loins or abdomen, now specifically examination or surgery on the peritoneal cavity using a laparoscope.

Dictionary definition

LAPAROSCOPY, noun. Laparotomy performed with a laparoscope that makes a small incision to examine the abdominal cavity (especially the ovaries and Fallopian tubes).

Wise words

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