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Analysis of 58 Cases with Conversions to Open Surgery During Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy

Zheng Xia-gui

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Objective To investigate the causes of conversions to open surgery during laparoscopic cholecystectomy(LC). Methods We retrospectively reviewed 58 cases of LC underwent an immediate conversions to open surgery.Causes of conversions,surgical techniques and curative outcomes were analyzed. Results Diffuse anatomy and the important organ injury were the main causes of conversions to open surgery.No fatal cases and severe operative complications were observed. Conclusions Conversion to open surgery at appropriate time was an important measure time for patient's security and quality of operation.

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Objective To investigate the causes of conversions to open surgery during laparoscopic cholecystectomy(LC). Methods We retrospectively reviewed 58 cases of LC underwent an immediate conversions to open surgery.Causes of conversions,surgical techniques and curative outcomes were analyzed. Results Diffuse anatomy and the important organ injury were the main causes of conversions to open surgery.No fatal cases and severe operative complications were observed. Conclusions Conversion to open surgery at appropriate time was an important measure time for patient's security and quality of operation.

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Objective To investigate the causes of conversions to open surgery during laparoscopic cholecystectomy(LC). Methods We retrospectively reviewed 58 cases of LC underwent an immediate conversions to open surgery.Causes of conversions,surgical techniques and curative outcomes were analyzed. Results Diffuse anatomy and the important organ injury were the main causes of conversions to open surgery.No fatal cases and severe operative complications were observed. Conclusions Conversion to open surgery at appropriate time was an important measure time for patient's security and quality of operation.

Key concepts: Medicine, Open surgery, Open cholecystectomy, Surgery, Laparoscopic cholecystectomy, General surgery, Cholecystectomy, Laparoscopic surgery

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