Comparison between Open Cholecystectomy, 4-Port Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy and One-Port Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy: A Literature Review

Abstract

Cholecystectomy is the most commonly performed surgical procedure to treat gallbladder disease. In recent decades, the technique of laparoscopic cholecystectomy has been developed, which has proven to be a less invasive alternative with better results compared to traditional open cholecystectomy. However, laparoscopic one-port cholecystectomy has recently been introduced as an even less invasive variant. In this literature review article, a comprehensive comparison is made between open cholecystectomy, 4-port laparoscopic cholecystectomy and one-port laparoscopic cholecystectomy, evaluating the epidemiology, clinical significance, definition, surgical technique, advantages and complications of each approach.