An External Audit of Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy in the Steady State Performed in Medical Treatment Facilities of the Department of Defense

C. Wherry, David; R. Marohn, Michael; P. Malanoski, Michael; P. Hetz, Stephen; M. Rich, Norman

doi:10.1097/00000658-199608000-00006

Public

An External Audit of Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy in the Steady State Performed in Medical Treatment Facilities of the Department of Defense

Published in Annals of Surgery • Aug 1, 1996

Authors:

David C. Wherry

Michael R. Marohn

Michael P. Malanoski

Abstract

OBJECTIVE: This study provides the first objective assessment of a complete patient population undergoing laparoscopic cholecystectomy in the steady state. The authors determined the frequency of complications, particularly bile duct, bowel, vascular injuries, and deaths. SUMMARY BACKGROUND DATA: Th...

Subject

Medicine

Bile duct

Medical record

Finding related papers...

Discussions

(0)

No comments yet

Be the first to share your thoughts!