laparoscope
    n 1: a slender endoscope inserted through an incision in the
         abdominal wall in order to examine the abdominal organs or
         to perform minor surgery

laparoscope \laparoscope\ n. (Med.)
   A slender endoscope, containing fiber-optic viewing
   capability and miniature surgical devices, which can be
   inserted through a small incision in the abdominal wall,
   allowing a surgeon to perform minor surgery with minimal
   damage to the abdominal muscles.
   [WordNet 1.5 +PJC]