Transumbilical single-incision laparoscopic cholecystectomy: long-term review from a single center

Abstract

SILC via traditional devices is feasible and safe with acceptable postoperative incidence rate in the long run. Patients with older age or female gender, who have no severe systemic diseases, tend to benefit more from the surgical intervention.

Analysis of post-operative complication in single-port laparoscopic cholecystectomy: A retrospective analysis in 817 cases from a surgeon

“…Since SPLC was first introduced in the 1990s,[ 6 19 ] it has gained attention as an alternative minimally invasive surgery compared to conventional three-port cholecystectomy. Even short learning curve[ 20 21 ] and many advantages[ 8 9 10 12 13 ] are associated with this procedure, SPLC has been prone to higher incidences of post-operative complications. Many systemic reviews of complications have been published[ 5 13 22 ] and controversy remains relative to safety and feasibility issues compared to CLC.…”

“…[ 28 29 30 ] The incidence of wound infection in this study (2.7%) is comparable to or even lower than that published in other research papers (range, 1.05–14.3). [ 13 25 28 ]…”

“…[ 6 ] Since then, many studies support results of SPLC that it is theoretically advantageous for improving cosmesis, fast recovery and light intra-abdominal adhesion, so patients prefer minimally invasive surgery instead of CLC. [ 8 9 10 12 13 ]…”