title: Laparoscopic intraoperative ultrasonography.
abstract: Ultrasonography has been an integral part of gynecology and general surgery in recent years. New technology has allowed this modality to be extended to include intraoperative assessment through a laparoscopic approach. This allows more accurate imaging with higher resolution than previously attainable. Combining the ultrasonic and visual images on the monitor screen simultaneously (picture in a picture) allows a further dimension of information which can modify surgical direction. The equipment used by the author is described and clinical experience discussed. Further clinical applications are considered and the prac- ticality of the methodology assessed.
authors.affiliation: Department of Gynecology, Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, Santa Barbara, California, USA.
authors.forename: D J
authors.initials: DJ
authors.lastname: Turner