Cased Laporoscope
AssociatedAssociated with
Aberdeen Royal Infirmary
(Aberdeen, Scotland, founded 1739)
Date1980-1990
Object NameLaparoscope
Mediumsteel, plastic, wood
ClassificationsMedicine and Healthcare
Dimensions8.4 x 16.8 x 40.9cm (case)
AcquisitionPresented in 2000 by Morag Middleton.
LocationView by Appointment
Object numberABDMS075233
About MeLaparoscope, and instrument which allows internal visual examination of of abdomen and pelvis areas. A small incision is made in the wall of the abdomin through which the laparoscope is inserted (as can other small instruments). This relatively small surgical procedure allows the clinician to check for problems such as tumours and internal injuries.Aberdeen Royal Infirmary
Aberdeen Royal Infirmary