“In some patients, the fundoplication can be performed using minimally invasive surgery, or laparoscopy.”

“Injuries occur most often during gall bladder operations, with exploratory laparoscopy coming second.”

“Smaller cysts can sometimes be removed using a surgical technique called laparoscopy.”

“The surgeon examines the splenic bed for accessory spleens with the laparoscope.”

“The laparoscope can be moved around within the abdominal or pelvic cavity to give several different views.”

“If the laparoscope has an eyepiece through which the surgeon looks, the eyepiece likely will contact the surgeon.”

“In performing the procedure, the laparoscopist works alongside the colonoscopist.”

“Occasionally the laparoscopist will perform a colotomy for a very large polyp that can't be removed with the colonoscope alone.”

“Nonetheless, one experienced laparoscopist is still pushing the limits.”