Hans Christian Jacobaeus

The term "laparoscopy" was introduced into clinical medicine and is used up to now although Jacobaeus initially called the procedure "cystoscopy" of the serious cavities.

In 1912, Jacobaeus published in Germany an extensive work on new technique - he gave an exact description of the patients' conditions and the 97 laparoscopies performed between 1910 and 1912 in Stockholm's community hospital.

Kelling also claimed to have performed two successful laparoscopic examinations on humans prior to Jacobaeus, but nonetheless failed to timely publish his experiences.

[1] It is an annual award given to individuals who have made significant contributions to the advancement of medical science, particularly in the areas of physiology or endocrinology.

The prize was established to commemorate the legacy of Hans Christian Jacobæus, whose innovative work in the early 20th century laid the groundwork for minimally invasive surgery techniques.