The most common type of gallbladder removal surgery is laparoscopic cholecystectomy. This minimally invasive surgery is an option for people who have issues with their gallbladder. This surgery may ...

The optimal use of robotic-assisted versus laparoscopic approaches for emergency gallbladder surgery is not well-defined. Rates of bile duct injury were similar with both surgical approaches, a large ...

Gallstones are hard deposits that form in the gallbladder. About a quarter of people with gallstones need treatment, which is usually surgery. According to the National Institute of Diabetes and ...

In Medicare beneficiaries with varying levels of risk for adverse postoperative outcomes, the rate of bile duct injury is three times higher with robotic-assisted cholecystectomy than with ...