The prevention of complications in laparoscopic cholecystectomy
Sedov, V.M.; Iurlov, V.V.; El'tsin, S.S.; Ivanikha, E.V.
Vestnik Khirurgii Imeni I. I. Grekova 155(2): 72-75
1996
ISSN/ISBN: 0042-4625 PMID: 8966916 Document Number: 457680
An experience with laparoscopic cholecystectomies in 233 patients is analyzed. The laparoscopic operation is a little invasive method of treatment of cholelithiasis. However intraoperative (5.5%) and postoperative (4.2%) complications are possible. Their risk might be decreased with the following factors taken into consideration: the adequate estimation of indications and contraindications, preoperative preparation of the patients, strict observation of the technology of all steps of the operation, the preparedness of the apparatuses and surgeons. The technical methods are described as well as the measures for prevention of complications after the laparoscopic cholecystectomy.