laparoscopic surgery

Definition / meaning of laparoscopic surgery

Surgery done with the aid of a laparoscope. A laparoscope is a thin, tube-like instrument with a light and a lens for viewing. It may also have a tool to remove tissue to be checked under a microscope for signs of disease. Also called laparoscopic-assisted resection.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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