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Single-Incision Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
Edgar J. Figueredo, MD; Andrew S. Wright, MD; Saurabh Khandelwal, MD; Brant K. Oelschlager, MD
A Better Cholecystectomy
Surgery is an evolving art, and over the last 2-3 years, interest in single-incision laparoscopic cholecystectomy (SILC) as a means of further reducing pain and improving cosmesis has been increasing.
The authors have an experience of more than 100 SILC cases, starting in 2008. The procedure is performed in conjunction with residents of all levels as part of their training, following the same safety recommendations applied to a standard laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC). The authors routinely perform intraoperative cholangiography (IOC) as part of both LC and SILC, and an equivalent dissection in order to obtain the critical view of safety.
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Cite this: Edgar J. Figueredo, Andrew S. Wright, Saurabh Khandelwal, et. al. Single-Incision Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy - Medscape - Mar 16, 2011.
Edgar J. Figueredo, MD
Assistant Professor, Department of Surgery, University of Washington; Surgical Intensivist, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Department of General Surgery and Veteran's Affairs, Puget Sound Healthcare System Hospital, Seattle, Washington
Disclosure: Edgar J. Figueredo, MD, has disclosed no relevant financial relationships.
Andrew S. Wright, MD
Assistant Professor, University of Washington, Seattle Washington
Disclosure: Andrew S. Wright, MD, has disclosed the following relevant financial relationships:
Served as a speaker or a member of a speakers bureau for: Covidien; Applied Medical
Saurabh Khandelwal, MD
Assistant Professor, University of Washington; Associate Medical Director for Bariatrics, University of Washington Medical Center, Seattle, Washington
Disclosure: Saurabh Khandelwal, MD, has disclosed no relevant financial relationships.
Brant K. Oelschlager, MD
Professor of Surgery, University of Washington; Byers Endowed Professor of Esophageal Research; Chief, Gastrointestinal Surgery Section; Director, Center for Esophageal & Gastric Surgery; Director, Center for Videoendoscopic Surgery, University of Washington Medical Center, Seattle, Washington
Disclosure: Brant K. Oelschlager, MD, has disclosed the following relevant financial relationships:
Served as an advisor or consultant for: Covidien
Received grants for clinical research from: Cook Surgical; Covidien; Synovis
Received grants for educational activities from: Sandhill Scientific
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