n. [ Gr. &unr_; loins + &unr_; tumor. ] (Med.) A rupture or hernia in the lumbar regions. [ 1913 Webster ]
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 ]
n. Laparotomy performed with a laparoscope. [ WordNet 1.5 ]
n. [ Gr. &unr_; loins +