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Quarmby NM, Vo MT, Gananadha S. Is Routine Intraoperative Cholangiogram Necessary in Patients With Mild Acute Biliary Pancreatitis Undergoing Index Admission Cholecystectomy? Am Surg 2024; 90:2780-2787. [PMID: 38686805 DOI: 10.1177/00031348241250050] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/02/2024]
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Background: There is controversy about whether intraoperative cholangiogram (IOC) should be performed routinely during laparoscopic cholecystectomy for patients with acute biliary pancreatitis, given significant false positive and negative rates and increased resource utilization. The aim of this study was to clarify the role of IOC in cases of mild biliary pancreatitis in patients undergoing index admission cholecystectomy, its impact on patient outcomes, and the impact of blood tests, imaging, and preoperative intervention on the detection of choledocholithiasis.Methods: A retrospective review of all patients presenting with acute mild biliary pancreatitis between January 2006 and December 2019 was conducted. Data collected included patient demographics, serum chemistry, IOC, and Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) findings, imaging findings, length of stay, operative length, and long-term follow-up outcomes.Results: 284 patients met the inclusion criteria for the study. The overall false positive IOC rate was 7.4%. Worsening bilirubin trend was a positive predictive value (PPV) for positive IOC and ERCP outcomes with a relative risk of 2.93 (P < .01) and 2.32 (P = .013), respectively. Improving preoperative bilirubin trend had a significant negative predictive value in IOC with a relative risk of .59 (P = .02). Positive IOC was shown to significantly increase operative length with a relative risk of 2.03 (P < .001).Discussion: A rising preoperative bilirubin is a predictor of a positive IOC and patients with normalizing bilirubin levels or a preoperative ERCP are less likely to have choledocholithiasis. These features may be used to select patients that would benefit from an IOC for index admission cholecystectomy.
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- Natalie M Quarmby
- Department of Surgery, North Canberra Hospital, Bruce, AU-ACT, Australia
- Canberra Hospital, Garran, AU-ACT, Australia
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- Department of Surgery, North Canberra Hospital, Bruce, AU-ACT, Australia
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- Department of Surgery, North Canberra Hospital, Bruce, AU-ACT, Australia
- Canberra Hospital, Garran, AU-ACT, Australia
- Australian National University, Canberra, AU-ACT, Australia
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Osailan S, Esailan M, Alraddadi AM, Almutairi FM, Sayedalamin Z. The Use of Intraoperative Cholangiography During Cholecystectomy: A Systematic Review. Cureus 2023; 15:e47646. [PMID: 37899894 PMCID: PMC10612988 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.47646] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/25/2023] [Indexed: 10/31/2023] Open
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Cholecystectomy is a widespread surgical procedure for gallbladder diseases. Evolving techniques and technologies, such as intraoperative cholangiography (IOC), enhance safety and outcomes by providing real-time biliary system visualization during surgery. This systematic review explored available data on using IOC during cholecystectomy, highlighting its effectiveness, safety, and cost-effectiveness. To perform this systematic review, a thorough literature search was conducted using relevant keywords in electronic databases, such as PubMed, Medical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System Online (MEDLINE), Cochrane Library, Web of Science, and Google Scholar. We included studies published during the last 10 years exploring the use of IOC during cholecystectomy. The findings showed success rates of up to 90% with a median time of 21.9 minutes without complications. Most (90%) patients with acute gallstone pancreatitis underwent cholecystectomy with IOC, with unclear IOC results in 10.7% and failure in 14.7%. IOC failure factors included age, body mass index (BMI), male sex, concurrent acute cholecystitis, common bile duct (CBD) stone evidence on imaging, CBD diameter of >6 mm, total bilirubin of >4 mg/dL, abnormal liver tests, and gallstone pancreatitis. The detection of choledocholithiasis by IOC prompted trans-cystic duct exploration and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). Biliary abnormalities and stone identification were observed using IOC, and routine use increased bile duct stone detection while decreasing bile duct injury and readmission rates. The sensitivity, specificity, accuracy, positive predictive value, and negative predictive value of IOC for common bile duct stone detection were reported at 77%, 98%, 97.2%, 63%, and 99%, respectively. Routine IOC was projected to provide substantial quality-adjusted life years (QALY) and cost-effectiveness gains compared to selective IOC. Regarding safety, IOC was generally associated with reduced complication and open surgery conversion risks, with similar rates of CBD injury and bile leaks. These findings indicate that IOC enhances cholecystectomy outcomes through precision and decreasing complications.
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- Samah Osailan
- General Surgery, King Abdulaziz University Faculty of Medicine, Jeddah, SAU
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- General Surgery, King Abdulaziz University Faculty of Medicine, Jeddah, SAU
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Staubli SM, Kettelhack C, Oertli D, von Holzen U, Zingg U, Mattiello D, Rosenberg R, Mechera R, Rosenblum I, Pfefferkorn U, Kollmar O, Nebiker CA. Efficacy of intraoperative cholangiography versus preoperative magnetic resonance cholangiography in patients with intermediate risk for common bile duct stones. HPB (Oxford) 2022; 24:1898-1906. [PMID: 35817694 DOI: 10.1016/j.hpb.2022.05.1346] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2022] [Revised: 05/24/2022] [Accepted: 05/31/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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BACKGROUND This is the first randomized trial to evaluate the efficacy of intraoperative cholangiography (IOC) and magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (MRCP) in patients with suspected CBDS. METHODS This unblinded, multicenter RCT was conducted at five swiss hospitals. Eligibility criteria were suspected CBDS. Patients were randomized to IOC and laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC), followed by endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) if needed, or MRCP followed by ERCP if needed, and LC. Primary outcome was length of stay (LOS), secondary outcomes were cost, stone detection, and complication rates. RESULTS 122 Patients were randomised to the IOC Group (63) or the MRCP group (59). Median LOS for the IOC and the MRCP groups were 4 days IQR [3, 6] and [4, 6], with an estimated increase of LOS of 1.2 days in the MRCP group (p = 0.0799) in the linear model. Median cost in the IOC and MRCP groups were 10 473 Swiss Francs (CHF) and 10 801 CHF, respectively (p = 0.694). CBDS were found in 24 and 12 patients in the IOC and the MRCP groups, respectively (p = 0.0387). The complication rate did not differ between both groups. CONCLUSION There is equipoise between both pathways. IOC has a significantly higher diagnostic yield than MRCP. TRIAL REGISTRATION Clinicaltrials.gov identifier NCT02351492: Radiological Investigation of Bile Duct Obstruction (RIBO).
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- Sebastian M Staubli
- Clarunis, University Center for Gastrointestinal and Liver Disease Basel, Basel, Switzerland; Department of Surgery, Cantonal Hospital Baselland, Liestal, Switzerland; Clinical Service of HPB Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Royal Free London Hospital, NHS Foundation Trust, London, NW3 2QG, UK
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- Clarunis, University Center for Gastrointestinal and Liver Disease Basel, Basel, Switzerland
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- Department of Surgery, University Hospital Basel, Basel, Switzerland
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- Department of Surgery, University Hospital Basel, Basel, Switzerland; Harper Cancer Research Institute, Indiana University School of Medicine South Bend, South Bend, IN, United States; Goshen Center for Cancer Care, Goshen, IN, United States
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- Department of Surgery, Limmattal Hospital, Zurich-Schlieren, Switzerland
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- Department of Surgery, Limmattal Hospital, Zurich-Schlieren, Switzerland
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- Department of Surgery, Cantonal Hospital Baselland, Liestal, Switzerland; Clinical Service of HPB Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Royal Free London Hospital, NHS Foundation Trust, London, NW3 2QG, UK
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- Clarunis, University Center for Gastrointestinal and Liver Disease Basel, Basel, Switzerland; Department of Surgery, Cantonal Hospital Baselland, Liestal, Switzerland; Clinical Service of HPB Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Royal Free London Hospital, NHS Foundation Trust, London, NW3 2QG, UK
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- Clinical Service of HPB Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Royal Free London Hospital, NHS Foundation Trust, London, NW3 2QG, UK
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- Department of Surgery, Hospital Dornach, Dornach, Switzerland
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- Clarunis, University Center for Gastrointestinal and Liver Disease Basel, Basel, Switzerland
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Kovács N, Németh D, Földi M, Nagy B, Bunduc S, Hegyi P, Bajor J, Müller KE, Vincze Á, Erőss B, Ábrahám S. Selective intraoperative cholangiography should be considered over routine intraoperative cholangiography during cholecystectomy: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Surg Endosc 2022; 36:7126-7139. [PMID: 35794500 PMCID: PMC9485186 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-022-09267-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2021] [Accepted: 04/09/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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BACKGROUND Decades of debate surround the use of intraoperative cholangiography (IOC) during cholecystectomy. To the present day, the role of IOC is controversial as regards decreasing the rate of bile duct injury (BDI). We aimed to review and analyse the available literature on the benefits of IOC during cholecystectomy. METHODS A systematic literature search was performed until 19 October 2020 in five databases using the following search keys: cholangiogra* and cholecystectomy. The primary outcomes were BDI and retained stone rate. To investigate the differences between the groups (routine IOC vs selective IOC and IOC vs no IOC), we calculated weighted mean differences (WMD) for continuous outcomes and relative risks (RR) for dichotomous outcomes, with 95% confidence intervals (CI). RESULTS Of the 19,863 articles, 38 were selected and 32 were included in the quantitative synthesis. Routine IOC showed no superiority compared to selective IOC in decreasing BDI (RR = 0.91, 95% CI 0.66; 1.24). Comparing IOC and no IOC, no statistically significant differences were found in the case of BDI, retained stone rate, readmission rate, and length of hospital stay. We found an increased risk of conversion rate to open surgery in the no IOC group (RR = 0.64, CI 0.51; 0.78). The operation time was significantly longer in the IOC group compared to the no IOC group (WMD = 11.25 min, 95% CI 6.57; 15.93). CONCLUSION Our findings suggest that IOC may not be indicated in every case, however, the evidence is very uncertain. Further good quality research is required to address this question.
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- Norbert Kovács
- Doctoral School of Clinical Medicine, University of Szeged, Szeged, Hungary
- Institute for Translational Medicine, University of Pécs Medical School, Pécs, Hungary
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- Institute for Translational Medicine, University of Pécs Medical School, Pécs, Hungary
- Institute of Bioanalysis, University of Pécs Medical School, Pécs, Hungary
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- Doctoral School of Clinical Medicine, University of Szeged, Szeged, Hungary
- Institute for Translational Medicine, University of Pécs Medical School, Pécs, Hungary
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- Institute for Translational Medicine, University of Pécs Medical School, Pécs, Hungary
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- Institute for Translational Medicine, University of Pécs Medical School, Pécs, Hungary
- Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Liver Transplant Department, Fundeni Clinical Institute, Bucharest, Romania
- Doctoral School, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest, Romania
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- Institute for Translational Medicine, Szentágothai Research Centre, University of Pécs Medical School, Pécs, Hungary
- Centre for Translational Medicine, Semmelweis University, Budapest, Hungary
- Division of Pancreatic Diseases, Heart and Vascular Center, Semmelweis University, Budapest, Hungary
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- Division of Gastroenterology, First Department of Medicine, University of Pécs Medical School, Pécs, Hungary
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- Institute for Translational Medicine, University of Pécs Medical School, Pécs, Hungary
- Heim Pál National Institute of Pediatrics, Budapest, Hungary
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- Division of Gastroenterology, First Department of Medicine, University of Pécs Medical School, Pécs, Hungary
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- Institute for Translational Medicine, University of Pécs Medical School, Pécs, Hungary
- Institute for Translational Medicine, Szentágothai Research Centre, University of Pécs Medical School, Pécs, Hungary
- Centre for Translational Medicine, Semmelweis University, Budapest, Hungary
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- Department of Surgery, Szent-Györgyi Albert Medical and Pharmaceutical Centre, University of Szeged, Semmelweis u. 8, 6720, Szeged, Hungary.
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Syrén EL, Sandblom G, Eriksson S, Eklund A, Isaksson B, Enochsson L. Postoperative rendezvous endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreaticography as an option in the management of choledocholithiasis. Surg Endosc 2020; 34:4883-4889. [PMID: 31768727 PMCID: PMC7572344 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-019-07272-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/26/2019] [Accepted: 11/12/2019] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND Rendezvous endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreaticography (ERCP) is a well-established method for treatment of choledocholithiasis. The primary aim of this study was to determine how different techniques for management of common bile duct stone (CBDS) clearance in patients undergoing cholecystectomy have changed over time at tertiary referral hospitals (TRH) and county/community hospitals (CH). The secondary aim was to see if postoperative rendezvous ERCP is a safe, effective and feasible alternative to intraoperative rendezvous ERCP in the management of CBDS. METHODS Data were retrieved from the Swedish registry for cholecystectomy and ERCP (GallRiks) 2006-2016. All cholecystectomies, where CBDS were found at intraoperative cholangiography, and with complete 30-day follow-up (n = 10,386) were identified. Data concerning intraoperative and postoperative complications, readmission and reoperation within 30 days were retrieved for patients where intraoperative ERCP (n = 2290) and preparation for postoperative ERCP were performed (n = 2283). RESULTS Intraoperative ERCP increased (7.5% 2006; 43.1% 2016) whereas preparation for postoperative ERCP decreased (21.2% 2006; 17.2% 2016) during 2006-2016. CBDS management differed between TRHs and CHs. Complications were higher in the postoperative rendezvous ERCP group: Odds Ratio [OR] 1.69 (95% confidence interval [CI] 1.16-2.45) for intraoperative complications and OR 1.50 (CI 1.29-1.75) for postoperative complications. Intraoperative bleeding OR 2.46 (CI 1.17-5.16), postoperative bile leakage OR 1.89 (CI 1.23-2.90) and postoperative infection with abscess OR 1.55 (CI 1.05-2.29) were higher in the postoperative group. Neither post-ERCP pancreatitis, postoperative bleeding, cholangitis, percutaneous drainage, antibiotic treatment, ICU stay, readmission/reoperation within 30 days nor 30-day mortality differed between groups. CONCLUSIONS Techniques for management of CBDS found at cholecystectomy have changed over time and differ between TRH and CH. Rendezvous ERCP is a safe and effective method. Even though intraoperative rendezvous ERCP is the preferred method, postoperative rendezvous ERCP constitutes an acceptable alternative where ERCP resources are lacking or limited.
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- Eva-Lena Syrén
- Department of Surgical Sciences, Uppsala University, 751 35, Uppsala, Sweden.
- Centre of Clinical Research, Västmanland Hospital, Västerås, Sweden.
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- Department of Clinical Science and Education Södersjukhuset, Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden
- Department of Surgery, Södersjukhuset, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Surgical Sciences, Uppsala University, 751 35, Uppsala, Sweden
- Centre of Clinical Research, Västmanland Hospital, Västerås, Sweden
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- Department of Surgical Sciences, Uppsala University, 751 35, Uppsala, Sweden
- Centre of Clinical Research, Västmanland Hospital, Västerås, Sweden
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- Department of Surgical Sciences, Uppsala University, 751 35, Uppsala, Sweden
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- Sunderby Research Unit, Department of Surgical and Perioperative Sciences, Surgery, Umeå University, Umeå, Sweden
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Rodrigues G, Pandit SR, Khan A, Veerabharappa B, Jayasankar B, Anaparti R. High insertion of cystic duct at the gallbladder fundus: An undescribed anomaly! J Minim Access Surg 2018; 15:256-258. [PMID: 30416140 PMCID: PMC6561060 DOI: 10.4103/jmas.jmas_199_18] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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The anatomy of the biliary tree is complex, and its variations of both intra- and extra-hepatic bile ducts can be found in approximately 30% of the general population. These variations are not picked up on routine pre-operative investigations of patients planned for a laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) and often present as an unusual ‘surprise’ and a challenge that can make dissection in the Calot's triangle difficult leading to iatrogenic injury. We present a case of a 53-year-old female with an undescribed anomaly encountered during an LC. There was a high insertion of the cystic duct into the fundus of the gallbladder. No such anomaly has been described in literature till date.
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- Gabriel Rodrigues
- Department of General Surgery, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India
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- Department of General Surgery, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India
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- Department of General Surgery, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India
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- Department of General Surgery, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India
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- Department of General Surgery, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India
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- Department of General Surgery, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India
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Safe laparoscopic cholecystectomy: A systematic review of bile duct injury prevention. Int J Surg 2018; 60:164-172. [PMID: 30439536 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijsu.2018.11.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 49] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/15/2018] [Revised: 10/14/2018] [Accepted: 11/04/2018] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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BACKGROUND Since the introduction of laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC), a substantial increase in bile duct injury (BDI) incidence was noted. Multiple methods to prevent this complication have been developed and investigated. The most suitable method however is subject to debate. In this systematic review, the different modalities to aid in the safe performance of LC and prevent BDI are delineated. MATERIALS AND METHODS A systematic search for articles describing methods for the prevention of BDI in LC was conducted using EMBASE, Medline, Web of science, Cochrane CENTRAL and Google scholar databases from inception to 11 June 2018. RESULTS 90 studies were included in this systematic review. Overall, BDI preventive techniques can be categorized as dedicated surgical approaches (Critical View of Safety (CVS), fundus first, partial laparoscopic cholecystectomy), supporting imaging techniques (intraoperative radiologic cholangiography, intraoperative ultrasonography, fluorescence imaging) and others. Dedicated surgical approaches demonstrate promising results, yet limited research is provided. Intraoperative radiologic cholangiography and ultrasonography demonstrate beneficial effects in BDI prevention, however the available evidence is low. Fluorescence imaging is in its infancy, yet this technique is demonstrated to be feasible and larger trials are in preparation. CONCLUSION Given the low sample sizes and suboptimal study designs of the studies available, it is not possible to recommend a preferred method to prevent BDI. Surgeons should primarily focus on proper dissection techniques, of which CVS is most suitable. Additionally, recognition of hazardous circumstances and knowledge of alternative techniques is critical to complete surgery with minimal risk of injury to the patient.
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