Laparoscopy is a term used in medical parlance to describe a minor surgical procedure that involves the insertion of small incisions in the abdominal cavity to view the organs. There are a number of synonymous terms that describe this type of medical procedure. These terms include keyhole surgery, minimally invasive surgery, band-aid surgery, and laparoscopic surgery. The laparoscopic surgical technique has many benefits, including minimal pain, shorter hospital stays, and quicker recovery times. Laparoscopy is commonly used in gynecology, gastroenterology, and urology, to diagnose and/or treat a variety of conditions such as hernias, gallbladder disease, endometriosis, ovarian cysts, and many more.