Definition: Laparoscopic surgery, also known as minimally invasive surgery, is a technique that allows surgery to be performed without the long traditional incision. By using multiple small incisions,each a few centimeters long, the surgeon inserts instruments including a tiny camera. The camera allows the surgeon to visualize the surgery. Incisions are made through the skin, muscle and other tissue, making laparoscopic surgery safer as less tissue is cut.
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Also Known As: minimally invasive surgery
Common Misspellings: laporoscopic, laproscopic
Examples: The surgeon chose to use the laparoscopic approach because of the lower risk and faster healing time.
