Diagnostic laparoscopy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that allows a doctor to view the abdominal organs using a laparoscope, a thin tube with a camera and light source at the end. In addition to the laparoscope, several other instruments may be used during the procedure. These may include:
Trocars: These are sharp instruments used to create small incisions in the abdomen to allow the laparoscope and other instruments to be inserted.
Graspers: These instruments have long, slender jaws that can be opened and closed to grasp and manipulate organs or tissue within the abdomen.
Scissors: Laparoscopic scissors are used to cut tissue or to help remove organs or tissue samples for biopsy.
Biopsy forceps: These instruments are used to take small samples of tissue for laboratory analysis.
Suction-irrigation devices: These instruments allow the surgeon to suction away excess fluid or irrigate the abdominal cavity with saline solution.
Knot pushers: These instruments are used to tie knots during certain laparoscopic procedures.
The specific instruments used during diagnostic laparoscopy may vary depending on the reason for the procedure and the surgeon's preference.