A Review of Randomized Controlled Trials comparing Single Port Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy with Conventional Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy

Abstract

Aim: To determine the safety and benefits of single port laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Materials and methods: A search for randomized controlled trials comparing single port laparoscopic cholecystectomy with conventional laparoscopic cholecystectomy was conducted using Google scholar, HighPress and SCOPUS. Results: Single port laparoscopic cholecystectomy has a longer operating time, with equivocal postoperative pain, and offers better cosmetic result with low morbidity. Conclusion: Single port laparoscopic cholecystectomy is at least as safe as conventional laparoscopic cholecystectomy in carefully selected patients.