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The Laparoscopy in Biliary Exploration Research and Training Initiative (LIBERTI) trial: simulator-based training for laparoscopic management of choledocholithiasis
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy with common bile duct exploration (LCBDE) is equivalent in safety and efficacy to endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) plus laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) while...
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Nonthermal Methods for Control of Gastrointestinal Bleeding: Inject, Clip, Sprays
Gastrointestinal bleeding (GIB) is a common cause of hospitalization that requires appropriate diagnosis and treatment. The first step in management of any bleeding patient is early initiation of appropriate r...
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Management of Suspected Choledocholithiasis on Intraoperative Cholangiography
Choledocholithiasis is a frequently encountered problem on intraoperative cholangiography at the time of laparoscopic cholecystectomy. While numerous strategies have been described for dealing with this intrao...
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Band removal and conversion to sleeve or bypass: are they equally safe?
Patients who require laparoscopic adjustable gastric band (LAGB) removal are often converted to sleeve gastrectomy (SG) or roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB). The relative safety of these salvage bariatric proced...