laparoscopy
1 synonym for laparoscopy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An examination or surgical procedure carried out inside the abdominal cavity using a thin instrument called a laparoscope.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
laparoscopic surgery
How to use laparoscopy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
undergo laparoscopy
diagnostic laparoscopy
perform a laparoscopy
recover from laparoscopy
This is a clinical term, used mainly by doctors, nurses and patients discussing a specific procedure.
Etymology
The word joins the combining form laparo-, referring to the flank or abdomen, with the suffix -scopy, meaning examination by looking. It follows the pattern of the German term Laparoskopie.
Full origin of laparoscopy →Frequently asked questions
What is laparoscopy?
It is a medical procedure in which a surgeon examines or operates inside the abdomen using a laparoscope, a narrow instrument fitted with a camera.
Is laparoscopy the same as keyhole surgery?
Yes, laparoscopy is the medical term for what is commonly called keyhole surgery, since it is carried out through small incisions.
Why is laparoscopy used?
It lets doctors look at or operate on organs in the abdominal or pelvic cavity without the need for a large open incision.
