Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy: An Evidence-based... May 2026

LC is associated with an 84% lower mortality rate and 54% fewer complications than open surgery.

Comprehensive meta-analyses involving millions of patients confirm that LC is significantly safer than open cholecystectomy. Key evidence-based advantages include: Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy: An Evidence-Based...

While the standard four-port technique is common, newer variations aim to further minimize invasiveness: LC is associated with an 84% lower mortality