In a study involving 212 octogenarians with acute cholecystitis, the laparoscopic approach demonstrated significant advantages over the open approach. Post-surgery, patients who underwent laparoscopic cholecystectomy experienced reduced hospital stays (5 days vs. 8 days), lower 30-day morbidity (26.5% vs. 48.5%), and decreased 30-day mortality rates (1.5% vs. 13.2%). Additionally, septicemia occurrences were absent in the laparoscopic group. These findings suggest laparoscopic surgery may be a safer option for this vulnerable population.
• Why it matters: Aging population requires safer surgical options for acute conditions.
Journal Article by Lluís N, Villodre C (…) Lluís F et 4 al. in Cir Esp (Engl Ed)
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