AB010. Robotic assisted cholecystectomy and common bile duct exploration for symptomatic choledocholithiasis: the first Irish case

Abstract

Background: Choledocholithiasis is a common presentation of gallstone disease. Sequelae of choledocholithiasis can be severe, including ascending cholangitis and gallstone pancreatitis. Although the majority of cases are now treated endoscopically, a proportion still requires surgical common bile duct (CBD) exploration. Laparoscopic CBD exploration is safe and feasible, although technically and ergonomically challenging. This is the first reported robotic assisted CBD exploration in Ireland using the dual console DaVinici Xi system.