Laparoscope - Meaning, Definition & English Examples
A laparoscope is a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera used in minimally invasive surgery to view internal organs and guide procedures with small incisions.
Definition:
A medical instrument with a light and camera used to examine the abdomen internally.
Synonyms:
endoscope, surgical scope, viewing tube
Part of Speech:
noun
Antonyms:
(No direct antonyms; contextually) non-invasive tool, external scanner
Common Collocations:
insert a laparoscope, perform laparoscopy, laparoscopic surgery
Derivatives:
laparoscopic, laparoscopy
Usage Tips:
Use "laparoscope" when referring to the tool for minimally invasive abdominal procedures.
Common Phrases:
(No common phrases/idioms; technical term)
Etymology:
From Greek "lapara" (flank) + "skopein" (to look).
Examples:
- 1. The surgeon used a laparoscope to view the patient's abdomen.
- 2. A laparoscope helps doctors diagnose conditions without large incisions.
- 3. She trained for years to operate a laparoscope skillfully.
- 4. The tiny camera on the laparoscope transmitted clear images to the monitor.