Translation guide
A medical procedure using a camera to examine or operate inside the abdomen through small incisions.
The surgical technique of examining or operating inside the abdomen using a laparoscope.
Standard medical term for diagnostic laparoscopy. Literally 'abdominal cavity mirror examination'.
I'm going to have a laparoscopy.
Refers to laparoscopic surgery (therapeutic, not just diagnostic). Often shortened to ラパロ in clinical settings.
Laparoscopic surgery leaves only small scars.
Common medical slang/abbreviation for laparoscopy or laparoscopic surgery, used among healthcare professionals.
Please prepare for tomorrow's laparoscopy.
Literally 'laparoscope' (the instrument), but often used in compound terms to refer to the procedure itself.
Surgeries using a laparoscope are increasing.
In a clinical setting, doctors may simply say お腹にカメラを入れて調べる (check by inserting a camera into the abdomen) when explaining to patients.