title: Laparoscopy in small animal medicine.
abstract: Laparoscopy is described as a safe, simple, and relatively non-invasive diagnostic technique for the visualization of abdominal organs. The instruments required, the procedure of laparoscopy, and indications and contra-indications are described. The advantages of laparoscopy above laparotomy are discussed.
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Rothuizen
mesh_terms: D000768:Anesthesia, General / Q000662:veterinary; D000818:Animals; D002371:Cat Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis*; D002415:Cats; D004283:Dog Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis*; D004285:Dogs; D020706:Laparoscopes; D010535:Laparoscopy / Q000379:methods / Q000662:veterinary*; D011028:Pneumoperitoneum, Artificial / Q000662:veterinary