Evaluation of Laparoscopic Internal Retractor Device

Evaluation of the Efficacy and Safety of the Endograb: A Laparoscopic Internal Retractor Device

The purpose of this study is to determine the safety and efficacy of the Endograb system which is an internal laparoscopic retractor device. This retractor device is inserted into the abdominal cavity through one of the 5 mm trocars and obviates the need for a separate dedicated trocar for retraction. Therefore enables the reduction of the number of abdominal incisions in a laparoscopic operation.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Symptomatic cholelithiasis
• Age 18-60
• ASA 1-2
• Able to sign an informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

• ASA 3 or more
• Acute cholecystitis
• Choledocholithiasis
• Coagulation disorders
• Patients on blood thinners
• Use of Steroids