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An endoscope (endo = within + scop = to view + e = tool) is a general term that is applied to any instrument that is placed inside the body to look at tissue.
Thoracoscope (thora = chest) is a tool to look within the thoracic cavity.
Bronchoscope (broncho = windpipe) looks in the major bronchioles of the lungs.
Laparoscope (lapar = loin [applied to abdomen]) looks within the peritoneal cavity.
The ending -ic means "pertaining to". It is an adjective form.
Ex: laproscopic examination.
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What does endoscopic mean?
Endoscopic refers to the use of an endoscope
What is Endoscopic retrograde sphincterotomy also called?
Endoscopic sphincterotomy
What is Endoscopic sphincterotomy also called?
Endoscopic retrograde sphincterotomy
What does the medical abbreviation FESS mean?
Functional Endoscopic Sinus SurgeryFunctional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
What is the abbreviation for percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy tube?
The abbreviation for percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy tube is: A PEG TUBE!
Which is an endoscopic examination?
Bronchoscopy
What is EST procedure?
Endoscopic sphincterotomy
Who can perform endoscopic fetoscopy?
Endoscopic fetoscopy requires a high level of skill and experience by fetal surgeons and is performed in a hospital setting.
What is the code for endoscopic plantar fasciotomy?
29893
What is an endoscopic exam of the bronchi called?
bronchospy
Is a lung scan an endoscopic examination?
Bronchoscopy
What are examples of endoscopic examinations?
Colonoscopy, bronchoscopy,
