Laparoscope
Also called Telescope, Rigid Endoscope
A rigid telescope: a long, slim stainless steel shaft holding a chain of glass lenses, with a light post near the top for the light cord and an eyepiece that couples to the camera. The lens at the tip sets the viewing angle.
Primary uses
What this instrument is on the table to do.
Gives the surgeon a view inside the abdomen during laparoscopy. It goes in through a trocar and is connected to the light cord and camera.
Sizes & variants
The lengths, angles and patterns it comes in.
Common diameters are 5 and 10 mm (2 mm scopes exist). Viewing angles are 0, 30 and 45 degrees.
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