Biliary Injuries During Lap. Cholecystectomy, Mechanism & Prevention
Dr. Alankar Gupta
Widespread acceptance in early 1990’s
“Gold Standard” treatment for gallbladder removal
Approx. 750,000 LCs are performed each year in the U.S.
General advantages of LC—MIS approach
?Reduced hospitalization
?Improved recovery time
?Decreased PO pain
?Improved cosmesis
?Reduced cost