[Survey among 90 surgical departments. Laparoscopic cholecystectomy in Sweden 1991]

According to a recent questionnaire study, laparoscopic cholecystectomy has been rapidly adopted at surgery departments in Sweden, 68 per cent of which either use the technique already or intend to introduce it in the near future. The procedure has aroused great optimism regarding improved treatment for patients and economic gain to the community in terms of shorter periods of sick-certification. Swedish surgery departments are interested in collaborating over a national registry with a view to the identification and follow-up of any disadvantages that may be associated with the procedure. The laparoscopic cholecystectomy technique places new demands on surgical skill, and thus on specialist training.