A viewing instrument used to examine and treat disorders in the abdominal cavity; consists of a long tube with an eyepiece, a lens, and often a camera, which allows the image to be viewed on a monitor.
Reference:
•American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
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