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In a laparoscopic cholecystectomy, four small incisions are made in the abdomen (A). The abdomen is filled with carbon dioxide, and the surgeon views internal structures with a video monitor (B). The gallbladder is located and cut with laparoscopic scissors (C). It is then removed through an incision (D). (Illustration by GGS Inc.)

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Definition Purpose Cholelithiasis Cholecystitis Demographics Description Diagnosis/Preparation Aftercare Risks Normal results Morbidity and mortality rates Alternatives BOOKS WHO PERFORMS THE PROCEDURE AND WHERE IS IT PERFORMED? QUESTIONS TO ASK THE DOCTOR

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Acute Cholecystitis

·As a Treatment

Acute Cholecystitis

Biliary Obstruction

Chronic Cholecystitis

Gall Bladder Inflammation

Gallbladder Cancer

Gallstones

Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation

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