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This systematic review examined best practices for laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Evidence suggests surgeon preference and patient factors should guide critical operative steps for this common gallbladder surgery.

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Area of Science:

  • Surgical Innovation
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Evidence-Based Medicine

Background:

  • Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is a common procedure for gallbladder issues.
  • Significant variability exists in how surgeons perform critical intraoperative steps.
  • Best practices for these steps require systematic evaluation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To systematically review evidence on best practices for critical intraoperative steps in laparoscopic cholecystectomy.
  • To identify optimal approaches for key decision points during the surgery.

Main Methods:

  • A systematic review of randomized controlled trials and systematic reviews was conducted.
  • Searches were performed in PubMed, EMBASE, and Web of Science.
  • Evidence quality was assessed using the Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development, and Evaluation (GRADE) framework.

Main Results:

  • Fifty-two articles were included in the review.
  • Port configurations showed comparable safety, with fewer ports potentially improving cosmesis and reducing pain.
  • The critical view of safety is recommended for identifying the cystic duct and artery, potentially augmented by imaging.

Conclusions:

  • Key operative steps in laparoscopic cholecystectomy should integrate compiled evidence with surgeon preference and patient considerations.
  • Further research is needed to compare specific techniques like clip ligation versus clipless ligation.