Single-Incision Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Versus Traditional Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy

Single-Incision Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Versus Traditional Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy: A Randomized Prospective Trial

This study will compare Single Incision Laparoscopic Surgery (SILS) cholecystectomy to traditional laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC), focusing on patient-reported outcomes and cost.

Single-Incision Laparoscopic Surgery (SILS) is accepted as a form of surgical treatment. Traditional laparoscopic cholecystectomy (TLC) is well tolerated, with a low complication risk and high patient satisfaction; thus a SILS procedure needs to be at least equivalent to be a justifiable replacement, and should not result in higher costs.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patient recommended to undergo cholecystectomy
• Patient age 18-80
• Patient competent to give his/her own informed consent
• Patient speaks English without the need for an interpreter

Exclusion Criteria:

• Additional procedures planned during same surgery
• Patient deemed inappropriate for TLC or SILS cholecystectomy