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Single-center experience of laparoscopic cholecystectomy
Chinnusamy Palanivelu1, Kalpesh Jani, Gobi S Maheshkumar
1Department of Minimal Access Surgery, GEM Hospital, Tamilnadu, India.
Summary
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is a safe and effective treatment for gallbladder diseases. This study shows large-scale application in a reference center achieved low morbidity and minimal conversion rates.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Surgical Oncology
Background:
- Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is the gold standard for symptomatic benign gallbladder disease.
- This paper details the experience of a tertiary reference center in managing these conditions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present the experience of a tertiary reference center in laparoscopic cholecystectomy for benign gallbladder diseases.
- To evaluate the safety and efficacy of the laparoscopic approach in a high-volume setting.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of 9864 laparoscopic cholecystectomies performed since 1991.
- Inclusion of routine hematologic work-up and high-resolution ultrasonography.
- Standardized four-port cholecystectomy using the North American approach.
Main Results:
- The study included 9864 patients (45:55 male:female ratio, average age 40.4 years).
- Complications included acute cholecystitis (25%), choledocholithiasis (2.28%), and incidental gallbladder cancer (0.03%).
- Average operating time was 21.5 minutes with a 1.6-day postoperative stay.
Conclusions:
- Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is suitable for all benign gallbladder diseases, including those previously considered contraindicated.
- High-volume centers can achieve low morbidity and minimal conversion rates.
- The laparoscopic approach demonstrates safety and efficacy in managing a wide spectrum of gallbladder pathologies.
