A precise control pathway for haemostatic clip usage during laparoscopic cholecystectomy was established based on patient variations. Key factors affecting clip consumption included acute cholecystitis, anatomical variation, and severe adhesions. The study revealed that the optimal usage included no more than three clips in 17.3% of cases, four clips in 81.72%, and five or more in 0.98%. The findings support evidence-based management of medical consumables and suggest monitoring for evolving practices.
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