title: Intraoperative advances: laparoscopic cholecystectomy.
abstract: The introduction of laparoscopic cholecystectomy in general surgery is an exciting technology because of the success that has been produced using the procedure. The noninvasive surgical approach was introduced at a time when medicine needed a new advancement in the plan of care for the surgical patient. The less invasive procedure, shorter hospital stay, and faster recovery are just a few of the reasons why laparoscopic cholecystectomy is a procedure that is now gaining popularity in the ambulatory surgery setting.
authors.forename: K L
authors.initials: KL
authors.lastname: Beal
authors.forename: G A
authors.initials: GA
authors.lastname: Dues
mesh_terms: D017081:Cholecystectomy, Laparoscopic / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000451:nursing*; D006801:Humans; D007430:Intraoperative Care; D009871:Operating Room Nursing; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000451:nursing; D011300:Preoperative Care