Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy: An Evidence-based... -

LC is associated with an 84% lower mortality rate and 54% fewer complications than open surgery.

Patients typically stay in the hospital for 1.2 days compared to 6.4 days for open procedures, allowing a much quicker return to daily activities. Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy: An Evidence-Based...

While the standard four-port technique is common, newer variations aim to further minimize invasiveness: LC is associated with an 84% lower mortality