Lateroscopy

Lateroscopy is a method of examining the abdominal cavity, which allows you to obtain information about the condition of the abdominal and pelvic organs. It is used to diagnose various diseases such as pancreatitis, cholecystitis, appendicitis, stomach ulcers and others.

Lateroscopy is performed using a special device - a lateroscope. It is a tube with a camera at the end, which is inserted through the rectum into the abdominal cavity. The image from the camera is transmitted to the monitor, which allows the doctor to see the internal organs in real time.

One of the advantages of lateroscopy is its safety. It does not require surgery and does not cause pain or discomfort for the patient. In addition, lateroscopy allows you to obtain more accurate information about the condition of internal organs than other diagnostic methods.

However, like any other diagnostic method, lateroscopy has its limitations. For example, it cannot be used to study blood vessels or nerves, nor does it provide information about the size and shape of organs.

In general, lateroscopy is an important method for diagnosing diseases of the abdominal cavity and pelvis, which helps doctors get a more accurate picture of the patient’s body condition.

Lateroscopy should be considered as a visual diagnosis, that is, a latoroscopic examination should give an idea of ​​the structure of organs and tissues located in the umbilical region, the liver and diaphragm, bile and pancreatic ducts, the diaphragm, as well as the abdominal muscles.

Traditional and rather strict medical criteria for the need for laparoscopy are non-specific: this is “something”, “painful or dull sensations in the abdomen”, “thickness” (in the abdominal