Laparoscopy can be used to help diagnose a wide range of conditions that develop inside the abdomen or pelvis. It can also be used to carry out surgical procedures, such as removing a damaged or diseased organ, or removing a tissue sample for further testing (biopsy).

What is the importance of laparoscopic surgery?

Laparoscopic surgery is used for many surgeries. It has the advantages of less pain, less cutting of skin and tissue, fewer wound complications, quicker post-operative recovery, and shorter duration of hospital stay.

When is a laparoscopy necessary?

You may need a laparoscopy if you: Have severe and/or chronic pain in your abdomen or pelvis. Feel a lump in your abdomen. Have abdominal cancer.