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Abstract Background Cholecystectomy is a common procedure performed for different biliary pathologies. Patients have their procedure as elective, emergency, or prioritised bases (Hot Gall bladder service). Method GECKO is a prospective, international, observational collaborative cohort study Consecutive patients undergoing cholecystectomy, between 23rd Oct – 19th Nov 2023 with follow-up at 30-day and one-year postoperatively Results Over a 4-week period , 38 cholecystectomies were performed, with 47.5% of patients having prior cholecystitis or cholangitis and multiple admissions. Half of the surgeries occurred within 6 months, and the longest wait was 13 months. Procedures were split equally between elective and emergency cases. Indications included acute cholecystitis (13), biliary colic (11), and others. All surgeries were laparoscopic, with 2 subtotal cholecystectomies. Complications included bile or stone spillage (12) and bleeding (7). Postoperative follow-up showed 16 patients discharged within 24 hours, 3 readmissions, and a 37% complication rate. No bile leaks or CBD injuries were reported. Conclusion Emergency and hot cholecystectomy services not only cut down waiting lists but also reduce costs of reoccurring admissions and treatments, with no significant associated complications. Selective gall bladder histological examination may help cost reduction with no significant recognised risks in the literature.
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