Laparoscopy(Peritoneoscopy) No abnormalities of the ovaries, follopian tubes, uterus, liver, or peritoneal cavity are noted. To investigate the cause of abdominal or pelvic pain To detect Endometriosis or an ectopic pregnancy To identify a pelvic or abdominal mass To investigate suspected liver disease or the cause of Ascites To determine if cancer is present or has metastasized Ovarian Cyst Endometriosis Ectopic Pregnancy Uterine fibroid tumors Abscess Pelvic Inflammatory Disease Adhesions Abnormality of the fallopian tubes Malignancy Cirrhosis of the liver Failure to maintain a nothing-by-mouth status Obesity Adhesions Advanced abdominal wall malignancy Hernia Severe cardiorespiratory disease Intestinal Obstruction Uncooperative patient