Celioscopy

/ˌseːliəʊˈskɒpi/ noun

Definition

Visual examination of the abdominal cavity using a celioscope or laparoscope.

Etymology

From Greek koilia (belly) + skopein (to look). The -scopy suffix converts -scope (the instrument) into the procedure of using that instrument.

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Celioscopy changed surgery forever—instead of cutting patients wide open, doctors could see inside with a tiny camera and use minimal invasive techniques!

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