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Laparoscopic cholecystectomy in a young girl
M Radke1, B Helms, H D Czarnetzki
1Department of Pediatrics, University of Rostock, Germany.
Summary
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy, a common adult surgery, is rarely reported in young children. This paper details a successful case of laparoscopic cholecystectomy in a young girl, highlighting its feasibility in pediatric patients.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric surgery
- Minimally invasive procedures
- Gastrointestinal surgery
Background:
- Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is a standard surgical procedure for adults with gallbladder disease.
- There is limited published data on the application and outcomes of laparoscopic cholecystectomy in infants and young children.
- This scarcity highlights a gap in the understanding of pediatric minimally invasive gallbladder surgery.