CHOLELITHIASIS

This study looks at whether older adults (80+ or 75+ with health issues) should have their gallbladder removed after a procedure to clear bile duct stones, or simply wait and see. Researchers will track deaths, major complications, and return of gallbladder problems over one year…

This study looks at whether removing the gallbladder early (during the hospital stay for pancreatitis) or waiting about a month after recovery leads to better outcomes. About 134 adults with severe or moderately severe pancreatitis caused by gallstones will be randomly assigned t…

This study tests whether asking patients to keep a pain diary after gallbladder surgery helps them report pain more accurately than standard methods. About 142 adults having their first laparoscopic gallbladder removal will either use a diary or receive usual care. The goal is to…

This study compares two types of ultrasound-guided nerve blocks to control pain after laparoscopic gallbladder removal. 70 adults will receive one of the two blocks, and researchers will measure how much pain medication they need in the first 24 hours. The goal is to find a safer…

This study compares two ways to manage pain after laparoscopic gallbladder removal. One group gets standard local numbing medicine at the incision sites, while the other gets that plus an extra nerve block guided by the surgery camera. The goal is to see if the combined approach …

This study looks at whether a common technique used during liver surgery—temporarily clamping blood vessels to reduce bleeding—increases the chance of developing gallbladder diseases like gallstones or inflammation later on. Researchers will review medical records of 2,000 adults…

This study is testing whether a camera can accurately measure heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen levels without touching the patient during surgery. About 315 adults having gallbladder, liver, or hernia surgery will participate. The goal is to see if this non-contact method w…