Risk factors and mitigating measures associated with bile duct injury during cholecystectomy: meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Cholecystectomy is a common procedure with a notable risk of iatrogenic bile duct injury. Understanding the factors contributing to bile duct injury and the effectiveness of preventative measures is crucial for improving surgical outcomes. This meta-analysis aimed to identify and synthesize high-quality evidence on risk factors and mitigating measures associated with bile duct injury after cholecystectomy.

Methods

Following the PRISMA guidelines, a comprehensive literature search was conducted across multiple databases. Included studies reported on adult patients undergoing cholecystectomy with relevant risk factors for bile duct injury. Meta-analyses of unadjusted and adjusted risk estimates were conducted with a random-effects model to account for heterogeneity.

SUBMITTER: Burns R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12317273 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature