Laparoscopic and general surgery are interrelated surgical fields

 General surgery covers a wide range of surgical procedures of the abdominal organs, while laparoscopic surgery utilizes minimally invasive techniques to perform many of these procedures through small incisions. 

 Laparoscopic surgeries have as edge with lesser pain, smaller scars, faster recovery, and shorter hospital stays compared to traditional open surgery. 

The choice between open and laparoscopic surgery depends on the condition, the patient’s overall health.