Cholecystitis

This study looked at whether giving family doctors a small, portable ultrasound machine helps them diagnose and manage eight common conditions (like pneumonia, kidney stones, and pregnancy issues) without needing extra tests. Over 160 patients took part, and researchers compared …

This study tested whether lidocaine, a common numbing drug, works as well as remifentanil (an opioid) for pain after laparoscopic gallbladder removal. 138 adults took part. The goal is to find effective pain relief with fewer opioid side effects.

This trial compares two common pain medicines—gabapentin and diclofenac sodium—given before laparoscopic gallbladder removal. The goal is to see which one provides better pain relief after surgery. Sixty adults aged 20 to 60 with chronic gallbladder inflammation are taking part. …

This study tests whether preserving the cystic artery during laparoscopic gallbladder removal can reduce complications like bleeding. Two hundred patients with symptomatic gallstones will be split into two groups: one where the artery is preserved and one where it is clipped or b…

This completed study tested a new painkiller called tegileridine in 150 adults who had gallbladder surgery. Participants received either the drug or a placebo through a vein, along with standard pain management. The goal was to see if tegileridine reduces pain and the need for ex…

This study looked at whether reducing noise during the start of anesthesia (when you go to sleep) can improve recovery after laparoscopic gallbladder removal. 105 adults having planned surgery were included. Researchers measured pain, nausea, vomiting, heart rate, blood pressure,…

This study tested two different nerve block methods to control pain after laparoscopic gallbladder removal. Sixty adults having elective surgery received either a modified thoracoabdominal nerve block or a standard abdominal plane block. Researchers measured recovery quality and …

This study tested a new way to remove the gallbladder using a harmonic scalpel instead of metal clips to seal blood vessels and bile ducts. The trial involved 158 adults with gallstones who were scheduled for elective surgery. The goal was to see if the clipless method reduces su…

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 using a needle to drain a swollen gallbladder during laparoscopic removal makes the operation easier and safer. 70 patients with acute cholecystitis, gallbladder mucocele, or empyema were randomly assigned to have their gallbladder drained or not. The go…

This study tested whether aromatherapy foot massage can reduce pain, improve sleep, and speed recovery after laparoscopic gallbladder removal. 103 adults received two 10-minute foot massages with essential oils after surgery. Researchers measured pain, sleep quality, and recovery…

This study tested whether using a stress ball before gallbladder removal surgery helps reduce patients' fear, anxiety, and stress while improving comfort. Ninety adults scheduled for laparoscopic gallbladder removal were randomly assigned to either use a stress ball or receive st…

This study tested whether a TENS device (which sends mild electrical pulses through the skin) can help people recover after laparoscopic gallbladder removal. 140 adults were randomly assigned to receive TENS or standard care in the first 24 hours after surgery. Researchers measur…

This study explored whether the Mallampati score, a simple visual check of the mouth, can help predict complications and patient satisfaction after laparoscopic gallbladder removal. Researchers studied 470 adults aged 20-50 with a BMI of 35 or less. The goal was to gather informa…

This study compared two ways to manage a patient's airway during laparoscopic gallbladder surgery: a video laryngeal mask and an endotracheal tube. Researchers measured how long each took to insert and checked breathing and pressure readings. The goal was to see if the video mask…

This study tested a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool designed to help doctors safely drain an infected gallbladder in patients who cannot have surgery. The AI was used during an endoscopic ultrasound procedure to guide placement of a special stent. Researchers compared the A…

This study looked back at the medical records of 609 people treated for gallbladder inflammation (cholecystitis) in Villavicencio, Colombia, between 2019 and 2022. The goal was to understand how quickly patients received care, what treatments they got, and how many had complicati…

This study looked at 150 adults having gallbladder surgery to see if fatty liver disease (MAFLD) makes a special imaging technique less clear. The imaging uses a dye to help surgeons see bile ducts. Researchers found that fatty liver can reduce image quality and created a way to …

This completed study followed over 1,000 people who had an ERCP procedure to see if having chronic gallbladder disease increases the chance of complications like infection or inflammation. Researchers tracked issues such as post-ERCP cholecystitis, pancreatitis, and cholangitis. …

This study tested whether using a dye called indocyanine green along with infrared light helps surgeons see the bile ducts more clearly during gallbladder removal surgery. Over 600 adults having their gallbladder taken out were randomly assigned to either standard white light or …

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…