What is single incision laparoscopic cholecystectomy?

INTRODUCTION. Single-incision laparoscopic surgery (SILS) is a recent advance that has taken the surgical community by storm. Single-incision laparoscopic cholecystectomy (SILC) is perhaps the most common SILS procedure used to treat patients with gallstone disease.

How many incisions are made for a laparoscopic cholecystectomy?

Minimally invasive (laparoscopic) cholecystectomy During a laparoscopic cholecystectomy, the surgeon makes four small incisions in your abdomen. A tube with a tiny video camera is inserted into your abdomen through one of the incisions.

What is the difference between open and laparoscopic cholecystectomy?

No significant differences were observed in mortality, complications and operative time between laparoscopic and open cholecystectomy. Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is associated with a significantly shorter hospital stay and a quicker convalescence compared with the classical open cholecystectomy.

Why do you need 4 incisions for gallbladder surgery?

2 and 3 – These are smaller incisions for instruments that hold and move the gallbladder. 4 This incision is for an instrument that removes the gallbladder. Your incisions (cuts) may not be in the same places.

How long do incisions hurt after gallbladder surgery?

– Incision pain for the first few days. It may take a few weeks to go away completely. – Shoulder or neck pain for the first 2 or 3 days. The pain may get better if you change positions.

How do you take care of incisions after gallbladder surgery?

Keep the wound area clean by washing it with mild soap and water. You may remove the wound dressings and take showers the day after surgery. If tape strips (Steri-strips) were used to close your incision, cover the incision with plastic wrap before showering for the first week. Do not try to wash off the Steri-strips.