Single-Incision Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Versus Traditional Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
Single-Incision Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Versus Traditional Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
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