Laparoscopy carts contain equipment for performing laparoscopic surgery, including an imaging system, insufflation system, and various laparoscopic instruments. The key components are: 1. An imaging system including a laparoscope, light source, video camera and monitor for visualizing the surgical area. 2. An insufflation system such as a CO2 insufflator to pump gas into the abdominal cavity and create pneumoperitoneum. 3. Various laparoscopic instruments for accessing, manipulating and operating on tissues, including trocars, graspers, dissectors, scissors, clip appliers and electrosurgical devices. Proper cleaning, disinfection and sterilization of reusable