Laparoscopy
noun
Laparoscopy is a type of surgery performed through small incisions using a camera and instruments to view and operate inside the abdomen.
The doctor recommended laparoscopy for the patient's gallbladder problem.
Usage tips
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abdominal laparoscopy, diagnostic laparoscopy, laparoscopic surgery
noun
Laparoscopy is a type of surgery performed through small incisions using a camera and instruments to view and operate inside the abdomen.
The doctor recommended laparoscopy for the patient's gallbladder problem.
Usage tips
Neutral
abdominal laparoscopy, diagnostic laparoscopy, laparoscopic surgery
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Laparoscopy is often used in situations where traditional surgery would be too invasive.
It is particularly helpful in diagnosing causes of abdominal pain.
Pro Tip 2/3Formality
The term is used primarily in medical contexts, so it may not be familiar in casual conversation.
Use it in discussions about surgical options.
Pro Tip 3/3Connotation
Laparoscopy suggests a modern and less invasive approach to surgery.
Patients often feel more reassured by this term.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Laparoscopy is often used in situations where traditional surgery would be too invasive.
It is particularly helpful in diagnosing causes of abdominal pain.
Pro Tip 2/3Formality
The term is used primarily in medical contexts, so it may not be familiar in casual conversation.
Use it in discussions about surgical options.
Pro Tip 3/3Connotation
Laparoscopy suggests a modern and less invasive approach to surgery.
Patients often feel more reassured by this term.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Laparoscopy is often used in situations where traditional surgery would be too invasive.
It is particularly helpful in diagnosing causes of abdominal pain.
Pro Tip 2/3Formality
The term is used primarily in medical contexts, so it may not be familiar in casual conversation.
Use it in discussions about surgical options.
Pro Tip 3/3Connotation
Laparoscopy suggests a modern and less invasive approach to surgery.
Patients often feel more reassured by this term.
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