Gynecologic laparoscopy allows a doctor to look inside the pelvic area via an incision in the pelvis or stomach. The instrument used is called a laparoscope, which is a slender, lighted tube that features a high-resolution camera on the tip.
Predominantly, it is a diagnostic procedure, allowing for the identification of certain conditions, including:
Endometriosis
Uterine fibroids
Ovarian cysts or tumors
Ectopic pregnancy
Infertility
Pelvic inflammatory disease
Reproductive cancers