Kamheang ChaturachindaMahidol University2018-03-122018-03-121972-04-01American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Vol.112, No.7 (1972), 941-943000293782-s2.0-0015326392https://repository.li.mahidol.ac.th/handle/20.500.14594/10023The technique of laparoscopy with the use of local anesthesia is described. The procedure has been found to be safe, simple, and effective in diagnostic gynecology in the tropics in over 250 cases. It is suggested that modification of this method may be utilized in other areas of the world. © 1972.Mahidol UniversityMedicineArticleSCOPUS10.1016/0002-9378(72)90817-4