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Newest firstBackground Laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) is the gold standard treatment for symptomatic gallstone disease. However, a subset of cases requires conversion to open cholecystectomy (OC) due to anatomical challenges or intraoperative complications. Objective To identify the preoperative and intraoperative risk factors associated with conversion of LC to OC and propose a simple scoring system to predict high-risk c…
Open article record in new tab ↗Obstructive jaundice, usually from choledocholithiasis, often coexists with chronic cholecystitis and poses higher risks in the elderly. Timely diagnosis with ultrasonography (USG)/magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (MRCP) and prompt intervention are critical. This case report highlights the diagnostic approach, surgical management, and outcomes in elderly patients with large common bile duct (CBD) stones…
Open article record in new tab ↗Backgrounds/aims A residual gallbladder (RGB) following a partial/subtotal cholecystectomy may cause symptoms that require its removal. We present our large study regarding the problem of a RGB over a 15 year period. Methods This study involved a retrospective analysis of patients managed for symptomatic RGB from January 2000 to December 2015. Results A RGB was observed in 93 patients, who had a median age of 45 (…