ACUTE CHOLECYSTITIS

This study tested a procedure called EUS-guided gallbladder drainage (EGBD) as an alternative to gallbladder removal surgery for 30 adults with acute cholecystitis (gallbladder inflammation). The goal was to see if it could safely resolve symptoms like fever and pain without need…

This study tested whether a low-dose CT scan, enhanced with deep learning image reconstruction, can diagnose acute abdominal conditions as accurately as a standard CT scan. 246 adults with abdominal pain received both scans, and the low-dose version used less than 30% of the usua…

This study looked at whether emergency gallbladder removal (laparoscopic cholecystectomy) can be performed as an outpatient procedure, meaning patients go home the same day. Researchers measured patient satisfaction using a simple scale. The study enrolled 25 adults with acute ch…

This study tested a personalized dose of a dye called indocyanine green (ICG) to help surgeons see bile ducts more clearly during emergency gallbladder removal. 21 patients with acute cholecystitis received a dye dose calculated from their MRI scans. The goal was to improve surgi…

This study tested a different surgical method (fundus-first) versus the standard method for removing difficult gallbladders in 174 adults. The goal was to see if the new method lowers the risk of bile duct injury, a serious complication. Participants had conditions like acute cho…

This study tested whether adding acupuncture at a specific point (GB34) to standard medical care could help people with mild gallbladder inflammation (acute cholecystitis). Thirty hospitalized adults received either acupuncture plus usual treatment or usual treatment alone. The g…

This study looked at a new device called AE05ML that helps surgeons place clips on blood vessels and other tissues during keyhole surgery. The goal was to see if the device is safe and works well. A total of 161 adults took part in the study.

This study looked at how emergency general surgery affects pregnant women and their unborn babies. Researchers planned to follow pregnant women who needed surgery for problems like appendicitis or gallbladder disease. The goal was to learn more about the safety of these surgeries…

This study looked at 559 patients who had their gallbladder removed laparoscopically to find out when surgical drains are truly needed. Drains are sometimes placed to prevent fluid buildup or infection, but many studies show they aren't always necessary. The goal is to help docto…