Which surgical approach involves insertion of a scope through an opening to visualize and aid in the performance of a procedure?

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The via natural or artificial opening endoscopic approach involves the insertion of a scope through an opening, such as the mouth or vagina, to visualize and aid in the performance of a procedure. This approach is also known as natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery (NOTES). The other options (percutaneous approach, percutaneous endoscopic approach, and via natural or artificial opening approach) do not specifically involve the use of an endoscope.

Which Surgical Approach Involves Insertion of a Scope Through an Opening