Laparoscopy
procedure in which a laparoscope is inserted through a small incision near the navel to examine abdominal and pelvic organs From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Laparoscopy is a surgical technique. It is commonly called "keyhole surgery". The surgery is done through a small incision (~opening or cut). This is a "minimally invasive procedure". Its benefits include: reduced pain, reduced bleeding, and shorter recovery time.[1] It needs special surgical instruments, and a fibre optic system so the surgeon can see into the right place.
The first laparoscopic procedure was performed by German surgeon Georg Kelling in 1901.
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