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A laparotomy is a surgical procedure involving a large incision through the abdominal wall to gain access into the abdominal cavity.

Laryngectomy is the removal of the larynx and separation of the airway from the mouth, nose and esophagus.

Lateral internal sphincterotomy is an operation performed on the internal anal sphincter muscle for the treatment of chronic anal fissure.

Lithotripsy is a medical procedure involving the physical destruction of hardened masses like kidney stones, bezoars or gallstones.

Liver biopsy is the biopsy (removal of a small sample of tissue) from the liver.