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. 2010 Jan;24(1):68-71.
doi: 10.1007/s00464-009-0543-y. Epub 2009 Jun 17.

Single-incision laparoscopic cholecystectomy: is it more than a challenge?

Sinan Ersin  1 , Ozgur Firat, Murat Sozbilen
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Single-incision laparoscopic cholecystectomy: is it more than a challenge?

Sinan Ersin et al. Surg Endosc. 2010 Jan.

Abstract

Background: Single-incision laparoscopic surgery (SILS) is a promising technique with regard to reducing postoperative pain, decreasing complications, and improving cosmesis.

Methods: Between September 2008 and April 2009, 20 patients underwent cholecystectomy via SILS. The umblicus was the access point of entry to the abdomen for all the patients.

Results: Of the 20 cholecystectomies, 19 were performed with SILS. Failure of trocar insertion was the reason for conversion with the first patient. No complications or mortalities were associated with the technique. The mean operating time was 94 min.

Conclusion: The use of SILS for cholecystectomy is safe and feasible with reasonable operation times.

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