scholarly journals Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy- A Safe treatment option for Gangrenous Cholecystitis 48 and Empyema Gallbladder in experienced hands

2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (2) ◽  
pp. 48-51
Author(s):  
Samiron Kumar Mondal ◽  
Sharmistha Roy
Keyword(s):  
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy ◽  
Open Cholecystectomy ◽  
Operating Time ◽  
Laparoscopic Procedure ◽  
Safe Procedure ◽  
Intracorporeal Suturing ◽  
Gangrenous Cholecystitis ◽  
Number Of Patients ◽  
Conversion To Open Cholecystectomy ◽  
Operative Recovery

Background: Laparoscopic cholecystectomy has become the gold standard of treatment for gall stone disease and in acute cholecystitis. But controversy persists regarding laparoscopic approach to gangrenous gallbladder and empyema gallbladder due to the risk of life threatening complications. We share our experience in a tertiary care multidisciplinary diabetic hospital where we encounter significant number of patients with empyema Gallbladder and gangrenous gallbladder because most of our patients are diabetic and hence immunocompromised. Purpose of this study was to evaluate the safety of laparoscopic procedure for the treatment of empyema of gallbladder and gangrenous gallbladder in an experienced hand. Methods & Materials: Between January 2013 and January 2015 we performed 1191 cases of laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Empyema gallbladder and gangrenous gallbladder were found per operatively in 345 and 53 cases respectively.All were managed by laparoscopic procedure except two cases, where conversion to open cholecystectomy was needed. Result: The mean operating time was 72 minutes(45-100 minutes) in empyema gallbladder. In gangrenous cholecystitismean operating time was 80 minutes(60-100 minutes). Total number of patients (including empyema gallbladder 345 and gangrenous cholecystitis 53) were 398. Among them 52 patients (13%) had excessive bleeding(>100ml) from calot’s triangle or gallbladder bed in liver. Spillage of stones occurred in 28 patients (7%). 1 patient had common bile duct injury (.25%). Gallbladder retrieval was difficult in 71 patients (18%). In the post operative period 21 patient (5%) developed minor port infection in the umbilical port. 9 patients (2%) developed chest infection, and 1 patient (.25%) developed MI. 356 patients (89%) were discharged within 72 hours of surgery. Conclusions: Innovative technique, appropriate instruments, knowledge about the possible risks and way to manage them, with expertise in intracorporeal suturing and knotting are an essential pre requisites to attempt these cases. Operating time is more but post operative recovery is prompt. Hospital stay is significantly less than open cholecystectomy. Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is a safe procedure in cases of Empyema and gangrenous gallbladder, provided the surgeon is experienced enough and has a low threshold to convert to open cholecystectomy at anypoint of time. Journal of Surgical Sciences (2015) Vol. 19 (2) : 48-51

EVALUATION OF CLINICO-RADIOLOGICAL FACTORS PREDICTING DIFFICULT LAPAROSCOPIC CHOLECYSTECTOMY

2021 ◽  
pp. 63-66
Author(s):  
Wasif Mohammad Ali ◽  
Nazia Nanen ◽  
Atia Zaka Ur Rab ◽  
Syed Amjad Ali Rizvi ◽  
Mehtab Ahmad
Keyword(s):  
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy ◽  
Gall Bladder ◽  
Open Cholecystectomy ◽  
Previous History ◽  
Safe Procedure ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Preoperative Prediction ◽  
Conversion To Open Cholecystectomy ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
A Prospective Study

Introduction: Laparoscopic cholecystectomy has become procedure of choice for treatment of symptomatic gallstone [1] disease . Even though it is a safe procedure occasionally it can be difcult and requires conversion to open cholecystectomy for various problems faced during surgery. Preoperative prediction of difcult laparoscopic cholecystectomy and likelihood of conversion to open cholecystectomy will avoid such complications and overall cost of treatment. Aim: To evaluate the clinico-radiological factors predicting difcult laparoscopic cholecystectomy Methods: This was a prospective study conducted from October 2018 to November 2020. Total of 101 patients meeting inclusion criteria undergoing laparoscopic cholecystectomy were included in the study. Various clinical, radiological and biochemical parameters and intraoperative difculties during surgery were recorded. The statistical analysis was done using chi-square test and ANOVA test. Results: The parameters such as sex, age, duration of disease, co-morbid disease, previous history of cholecystitis, palpable gall bladder, BMI, TLC, thickness of gall bladder, largest stone size and impacted stone are found statistically signicant in predicting difcult laparoscopic cholecystectomy and conversion to open cholecystectomy preoperatively. Conclusion: Difcult laparoscopic cholecystectomy may be predicted preoperatively even with a good clinical judgement whereas both clinical and radiological parameters provide a better preoperative prediction of difcult cholecystectomy so that the surgeon can prepared in advance for the complications.

scholarly journals A prospective evaluation of laparoscopic cholecystectomy in the treatment of chronic cholelithiasis: A five-year experience

2011 ◽  
Vol 64 (1-2) ◽  
pp. 77-83
Author(s):  
Veselin Stanisic ◽  
Milorad Bakic ◽  
Milorad Magdelinic ◽  
Hamdija Kolasinac ◽  
Darko Vlaovic ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy ◽  
Lower Cost ◽  
Average Duration ◽  
Open Cholecystectomy ◽  
Abdominal Cavity ◽  
Safe Procedure ◽  
Conversion To Open Cholecystectomy ◽  
Duration Of Hospitalization ◽  
Calculous Cholecystitis ◽  
Gallbladder Removal

Introduction. Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is a method of choice in the treatment of symptomatic cholecystolithiasis because of less postoperative pain, shorter hospitalization and lower cost of treatment. The study was aimed at analysing the outcome of laparoscopic cholecystectomy in patients surgically treated for chronic calculous cholecystitis (symptomatic cholelithiasis). Material and methods. The research was done in the period from December 2003 to December 2008. In the prospective study of 386 patients, we analyzed operative and postoperative complications, the reasons for conversion to open cholecystectomy, duration of hospitalization and mortality. Results. The average duration of laparoscopic cholecystectomy was 31.9?14.5 min: dissection of adhesions 3.2?0.7 min., elements of Calot?s triangle 9.8?3.2 min., gallbladder releasing from its bed 12.8?2.8 min., the abdominal cavity lavage and removal of gall?bladder from the abdomen 6.8?0.9 min. Some operative difficulties emerged in 22 (5.7%) patients - 4 (1%) during releasing of gallbladder adhesions from the surrounding structures, 9 (2.3%) during dissection of elements of the Calot?s triangle, 6 (1.5%) during gallbladder releasing from its bed, 3 (0.7%) during gallbladder removal from the abdomen. Some post-operative complications, single or associated, occurred in 36 (9.3%) patients: perforation of gallbladder 21 (5.4%), bleeding from gallbladder bed 18(4.6%)/, injury of extra hepatic bile ducts 1 (0.2%), 9 (2.3%) spillage of stones; 3 (0.7%) conversions were made. The average duration of preoperative and postoperative hospitalization was 1.1?0.3 and 1.4?0.5 days, respectively. The pathohistological examination revealed 2 (0.5%) adenocarcinoma of gallbladder. There were no lethal outcomes. Conclusion. Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is a safe procedure and rational choice in the treatment of biliary dyskinesia and symptomatic biliary calculosis with an acceptable rate of conversion.

scholarly journals Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy for Acute Gallbladder Disease During Index Admission- 11 the Optimum Timing for Surgery

2013 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
pp. 11-17
Author(s):  
Md Ibrahim Siddique ◽  
Md Atiar Rahman ◽  
Md Shahadot Hossain Sheikh ◽  
Khander Manzoor Murshed ◽  
Samia Mubin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy ◽  
Hospital Stay ◽  
Acute Cholecystitis ◽  
Open Cholecystectomy ◽  
Gallbladder Disease ◽  
Index Admission ◽  
Laparoscopic Procedure ◽  
Complication Rates ◽  
Financial Benefit ◽  
Conversion To Open Cholecystectomy

Background: Laparoscopic cholecystectomy, initially considered a contraindication for the treatment of acute gallbladder disease, is now being practiced for treating acute cholecystitis worldwide. The purpose of the study is to evaluate the outcome of laparoscopic procedure in the management of acute gallbladder disease during the index admission in terms of safety and feasibility, hospital stay and the rates of complications and conversion to open cholecystectomy. Methods: Between January 2009 to December 2011, 174 patients (103 female, 71 male) with median age 43.5 years (range 27-73 years) with the diagnosis of acute gallbladder disease underwent laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Diagnosis of acute cholecystitis was made from history, physical findings and ultrasound evidence of acute inflammatory changes. Results: Median time from onset of symptoms to surgery was 70 hours. Median operative time was 76.5 minutes. Conversion rate was 1.7%. Minor post-operative complications occurred in 13.5% cases of laparoscopic procedure, which did not require further intervention. Median post-operative hospital stay was 2.5 days and total length of hospital stay was median 4.4 days. There was no mortality. Conclusion: In expert hands laparoscopic cholecystectomy for acute gallbladder disease during the index admission is safe with better clinical results, shorter hospital stay and an acceptable conversion and complication rates with additional financial benefit to the patients. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/jss.v16i1.14442 Journal of Surgical Sciences (2012) Vol. 16 (1) : 11-17

scholarly journals Conversion of laparoscopic cholecystectomy to open cholecystectomy in a single center

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 14-18
Author(s):  
Suttam Kumar Biswas ◽  
Shilpi Rani Roy ◽  
Subbrata Sarker ◽  
Md Mustafizur Rahman ◽  
Kamrul Islam
Keyword(s):  
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy ◽  
Open Surgery ◽  
Open Cholecystectomy ◽  
Gallbladder Disease ◽  
Preoperative Assessment ◽  
College Hospital ◽  
Conversion To Open Surgery ◽  
Calot’S Triangle ◽  
Number Of Patients ◽  
Conversion To Open Cholecystectomy

Laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) has become the gold standard for the surgical treatment of gallbladder disease, but conversions to open cholecystectomy are still inevitable in certain cases. Knowledge about the rate and underlying reasons for conversion could help surgeons during preoperative assessment and improve the informed consent of patients. We decide to review the rate and causes of conversion of our LC series. This study included 320 consecutive laparoscopic cholecystectomies from January 2017 to December 2019 at Community Based Medical College Hospital Bangladesh, Mymensingh. All patients had surgery performed by same surgeon. Conversion to open cholecystectomy required in 15 (4.6%) patients. Out of 15 cases, the highest number of patients 10(66.6%) were in age group 50 to 59 years with a mean age of 60.1 years and standard deviation (SD) of 9.8 years. Of them 9 (60%) were male. The most common reasons for conversion of them were severe adhesions at calot's triangle 6 (40%) and acutely inflamed gallbladder 5 (33.3%), bleeding 2 (13%). No surgical procedures are complication free. The most common complication was superficial wound infection 8(2.5%). Delayed complications seen in our series is port site incisional hernia 2 (0.62%). Male gender, age older than 60 years, previous upper abdominal surgery, diabetes, and severity of inflammation were all significantly correlated with an increased conversion rate to laparotomy. LC is the preferred method even in difficult cases. This study emphasizes that although the rate of conversion to open surgery and complication rate are low in experienced hands, the surgeons should keep a low threshold for conversion to open surgery. CBMJ 2020 July: Vol. 09 No. 02 P: 14-18

scholarly journals LAPAROSCOPIC CHOLECYSTECTOMY;

2019 ◽  
Vol 26 (03) ◽  
Author(s):  
Fatima Abbasi ◽  
Saeed Ahmed
Keyword(s):  
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy ◽  
Open Cholecystectomy ◽  
Operating Time ◽  
Acute Attack ◽  
P Value ◽  
Early Group ◽  
Early Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy ◽  
Delayed Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy ◽  
Conversion To Open Cholecystectomy ◽  
Late Group

Objectives: To compare the outcomes of early versus delayed laparoscopic cholecystectomy in acute calculus cholecystitis. Study Design: Randomized control study. Setting: Surgical Unit of Rawal Medical and Dental Hospital, Islamabad. Period: February 2015 to January 2016. Subjects and Methods: 100 patients with acute cholecystitis between the ages 20 years to 60 years were divided into early and late group of 50 patients each. Informed consent was taken. Data was entered into a pre designed performa. Analysis of data was done using spss version 17. T test was applied on quantitative data and chi 2 on qualitative data. p–value of less than 0.05 was taken as significant. Early group had laparoscopic cholecystectomy within 72 hours while late group had surgery 6-8 weeks after the acute attack. Results: There was increased operating time in the early group which was statistically significant (p-value 0.046). There was slightly increased rate of conversion to open cholecystectomy, increased hospital stay and intra and post operative complications but none of them were statistically significant. Also pain scores and analgesic requirements had no major difference in both groups. Conclusion: Early laparoscopic cholecystectomy is a reasonably safe and cost effective alternative to interval cholecystectomy. Although some complications are more common in early cholecystectomy mainly due to difficult anatomy of calot’s triangle like conversion to open, gall bladder perforation and wound infection, none of them proved to be statistically significant.

scholarly journals Factors resulting in conversion of laparoscopic cholecystectomy to open cholecystectomy-institution based study

2017 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 132 ◽  
Author(s):  
Naseer Ahmad Awan ◽  
Firdous Hamid ◽  
Irfan Nazir Mir ◽  
Mir Mujtaba Ahmad ◽  
Ajaz Ahmad Shah ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy ◽  
Open Cholecystectomy ◽  
Operating Time ◽  
Average Hospital ◽  
Visceral Injury ◽  
Female Ratio ◽  
Open Conversion ◽  
Number Of Patients ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Cbd Injury

Background: Laparoscopic surgery has revolutionized the way it is performed for an increasing number of patients. In this study, we determined the various reasons for conversion of laparoscopic cholecystectomy in our setup.Methods: This was a descriptive study, conducted at Government Medical College Srinagar, Frommay 2015 to June 2017. The study included 450patients with symptomatic cholelithiasis, who underwent laparoscopic cholecystectomy. All patients were operated by experienced laparoscopic surgeons with experience of more than 300 Laparoscopic cholecystectomies. Cases that required conversion from laparoscopic to open surgery were analyzed and the factors possible for such conversion were studied.Results: The mean age of patients was 45.6 years and male to female ratio 1:3.8. The mean operating time was 49 minutes and average hospital stay was 2 days. Out of 450 patients, 26(5.8%) required open conversion. Factors responsible for open conversion were dense adhesions in 12(2.7%), obscure anatomy at clot’s triangle in 6, (1.3%), significant intra-operative bleeding 5 (1.1), CBD injury 1(0.2%), visceral injury 1 (0.2%), and instrument failure in 1(0.2%) conversions.Conclusions: Open conversion rate of laparoscopic cholecystectomy in this study was 5.8%. The commonest cause of conversion was dense adhesions around the gall-bladder. Preventable factors like instrument failure or power breakdown can be addressed by a reliable back up.

Conversion of Laparoscopic to Open Cholecystectomy in the Current Era of Laparoscopic Surgery

2012 ◽  
Vol 78 (12) ◽  
pp. 1392-1395 ◽  
Author(s):  
Viet H. Le ◽  
Dane E. Smith ◽  
Brent L. Johnson
Keyword(s):  
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy ◽  
Laparoscopic Surgery ◽  
Medical Center ◽  
Open Cholecystectomy ◽  
Laparoscopic Approach ◽  
Published Data ◽  
Hospital System ◽  
Laparoscopic Equipment ◽  
Number Of Patients ◽  
Conversion To Open Cholecystectomy

Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is the gold standard treatment for benign gallbladder pathologies. In certain circumstances, the procedure must be converted to open to safely complete the operation. This study aims to evaluate the reasons for conversion of this operation in the current era of laparoscopic surgery. A retrospective review of medical records was undertaken to identify all laparoscopic converted to open cholecystectomy performed at a single center over a 2-year period. Reasons for conversion, surgeon's preoperative indications, and specimen pathologic results were documented. A review of published data from the previous two decades was also conducted for comparison of contemporary versus historical reasons for intraoperative conversion. Between May 2008 and April 2010, 3371 laparoscopic cholecystectomies were performed at Greenville Hospital System University Medical Center. Eighty-six patients (2.6%) required conversion to open cholecystectomy during the study period. A diagnosis of acute cholecystitis (58.8%) was more common among converted cases. Inflammation (35%), adhesions (28%), and anatomic difficulty (22%) were the three most common intraoperative findings leading to conversion. In the years since laparoscopic cholecystectomy was introduced, there has been a noted improvement in the quality of laparoscopic equipment affording a near wholesale shift toward the laparoscopic approach in the surgical management of this condition. However, inflammation, adhesions, and anatomic difficulty continue to challenge the use and safety of this approach in a small number of patients. The willingness and ability of surgeons to convert to open cholecystectomy continues to be important to the safety of this operation.

scholarly journals Complications of Two Port Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy-Studyof 50 Cases

2019 ◽  
Vol 31 (1) ◽  
pp. 29-37
Author(s):  
Nasir Uddin Mahmud ◽  
Ghyas Uddin ◽  
Md Anwarul Haque ◽  
ANM Mozammel Haque ◽  
AKM Golam Kibria
Keyword(s):  
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy ◽  
Gall Bladder ◽  
Open Cholecystectomy ◽  
Gallstone Disease ◽  
Bile Leakage ◽  
Safe Procedure ◽  
Minimal Scarring ◽  
Conversion To Open Cholecystectomy ◽  
Port Infection ◽  
Good Cosmesis

Background: For the management of Gallstone disease, laparoscopic cholecystectomy has been the the gold standard and is preferred over open cholecystectomy. As patients’ demand has increased for improved postoperative quality of life and cosmesis, surgeons have continued to decrease the number of ports for laparoscopic cholecystectomy. To meet these expectations we adopted two-port techniques at Comilla, Bangladesh. For the last three years we have selected 50 patients where two-port laparoscopic cholecystectomy was trialled. The procedure were successfully performed in 47(94%) & conversion were required in 3(6%) with some accepted complications like epigastric port infection & herniation, post cholecystectomy syndrome, reactionary haemorrhage, bile leakage & biloma, significant epigastric port pain postoperatively & stricture of CBD. The present two port technique not only overcoming specimen extraction difficulties but also contributes to good cosmesis. Objectives: To see the outcome of two port laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Methods: Consecutive 50 patients were admitted in surgery ward of Central medical college, Comilla with gallstone disease over a 3 years period. Diagnosis is confirmed by ultrasound with the assessment of operative feasibility. Data collection sheet was maintained by Microsoft Excel. Data were analyzed manually. Results: In this study 50 patients were included. Among them 34 (68%) were females and 16 (32%) were males (ratio = 2.1:1). Mean age was 35.7 years (range 20–55years).All patient were undergone two port laparoscopic cholecystectomy & successfully accomplished in 47 (94%),conversion were required in 3 (6%) patients. Most common (62%) sonological findings were cholelithiasis with normal size & shape of gall bladder. Mean operative time was 50 minutes. Among the per operative difficulties bleeding were 14%, perforation of gall bladder 10%, spillage of gallstones 6%, epigastric forceps manipulation difficulties 4%,conversion to open cholecystectomy 6%. Most of the patients(80%) admitted in hospital for 2-3 days. 4 (8%) patient had epigastric port infection & 1 (2%) patient developed this site herniation, 3 (6%) patient had post cholecystectomy syndrome,1 (2%) patient had reactionary haemorrhage, 1 (2%) bile leakage & biloma,4(8%) patient had significant epigastric port pain postoperatively, 1 (2%) patient developed delayed stricture of CBD. In all other patients wound healed nicely with minimal scarring, with very less postoperative pain, with no problem so far in 3 years follow up. Most patients (90%) returned to work within 2 weeks. Conclusion: Two-port laparoscopic cholecystectomy is a safe procedure & cosmetically rewarding. TAJ 2018; 31(1): 29-37

scholarly journals Minilaparotomy Cholecystectomy: A Forgotten Art in Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Era (Our Experience from a Peripheral Hospital in North India)

2022 ◽  
Vol In Press (In Press) ◽  
Author(s):  
Bharath N Kumar ◽  
Rahul Pandey
Keyword(s):  
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy ◽  
Hospital Stay ◽  
Perioperative Complications ◽  
Open Cholecystectomy ◽  
Operating Time ◽  
North India ◽  
Incision Size ◽  
Peripheral Hospital ◽  
Conversion To Open Cholecystectomy ◽  
Average Operating Time

Background: This study aimed to report the experience of performing minilaparotomy cholecystectomy in a peripheral hospital by a single surgeon. Methods: Data collected from 50 consecutive patients undergoing minilaparotomy cholecystectomy by a single surgeon over 18 months at a peripheral hospital were reviewed and studied. The recorded data encompassed demographics, operating time, incision size, conversion rate to open cholecystectomy, perioperative complications, and hospital stay duration. Results: Fifty consecutive patients, who underwent minilaparotomy cholecystectomy for symptomatic cholelithiasis, were studied, among whom 48 patients were females. The participants’ mean age was 45 years. The length of the surgical incision was 4.5 - 6 cm, and only three patients required conversion to open cholecystectomy. The average operating time was 60 minutes; and the average postoperative hospital stay was 2.14 days. Conclusions: Minilaparotomy cholecystectomy is comparable with laparoscopic cholecystectomy in terms of postoperative morbidity, and it is ideal for peripheral hospitals lacking laparoscopic facilities.

scholarly journals Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy: An Initial Clinical Experience at Faridpur District

2015 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 30-33
Author(s):  
PK Saha ◽  
Ratna Rani Roy ◽  
Nukul Sarkar ◽  
Jahangir Alam
Keyword(s):  
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy ◽  
Bile Duct ◽  
Gall Bladder ◽  
Open Cholecystectomy ◽  
Operating Time ◽  
Symptomatic Treatment ◽  
Safe Procedure ◽  
Bladder Stones ◽  
Average Operating ◽  
Gall Bladder Stones

Background: Laparoscopic cholecystectomy quickly emerged as an alternative to open cholecystectomy. However its safety, efficacy, and morbidity have yet to be fully evaluated.Objective: The purpose of the present study was to determine the efficacy and safety of laparoscopic cholecystectomy Procedure in the removal of gall bladder stones at Faridpur district-one of the remote district of Bangladesh.Methodology: A prospective, nonrandomized, open label Consecutive study was carried out at Faridpur district using laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) procedure for the symptomatic treatment of Gall bladder stones. For this purpose a total number of 145 patients having conclusively diagnosed as gall bladder stones were enrolled. LC procedure was performed by North American technique-a well established and standard procedure described earlier for the purpose. The key variables studied were average operating room time, condition of the gall bladder, the presence or absence of stones, the character of stones, post-operative complicates and duration of hospital stay.Result: The study revealed that among 145 patients 83.4% were female with an average age of 40.3 years. The average operating time required was 130 minutes. Gall bladder was thickened but was free from adhesion in 96.5% cases and stones' only 3.45% patients needed open method due to fibrosis and adhesion of the gall bladder with omentum and gut. The duration of hospital or clinic stay following LC was 3.5 days. Evidence of infection like fever, pain etc. was seen only in 2.75% cases. Bleeding was present in 2.06% cases. This was corrected after blood transfusion. No injury to the common bile duct or any of the bile duct or any of the blood vessels was observed. Similarly no evidence of malignancy was seen in any of the gall bladder removed.Conclusion: The present study concludes that laparoscopic cholecystectomy is a safe, minimal invasive, cost-effective and safe procedure for the symptomatic treatment of gall bladder stones.Journal of Current and Advance Medical Research, 2015;2(2):30-33

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