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Incision for abdominal laparoscopy
Pelvic laparoscopy
Reproductive anatomy, female
 
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Laparoscopy

Normal values:

The uterus; Fallopian tubes; and ovaries are of normal size, shape and color, and the liver is normal.

What abnormal results mean:

The procedure may detect ovarian cysts or ovarian tumors (abnormal growth or sac containing a fluid, gas, or semisolid material), an abnormal union of body surfaces, endometriosis, uterine fibroids (a noncancerous tumor), tumors, pelvic inflammatory disease, cirrhosis (hardening of an organ, usually the liver), and an accumulation of fluid in the cavity.

Additional conditions under which the test may be performed:


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