title: Laparoscopic cholecystectomy in a community hospital.
abstract: The article reviews 400 laparoscopic cholecystectomies performed by the author in a community hospital, including patient profiles, workups, complications, and outcomes. The results indicate the benefits of laparoscopic cholecystectomy, including reduced morbidity and rapid recovery.
authors.affiliation: Department of Surgery, Mountainside Hospital, Montclair, NJ.
authors.forename: R V
authors.initials: RV
authors.lastname: Ballem
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D017081:Cholecystectomy, Laparoscopic / Q000009:adverse effects; D005069:Evaluation Studies as Topic; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007902:Length of Stay; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011183:Postoperative Complications