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Table 2 The outcomes related to modified surgical modality (n = 62)

From: Dilation of the cystic duct confluence in laparoscopic common bile duct exploration and stone extraction in patients with secondary choledocholithiasis

Variable

Value

Mean operation time, minutes (range)

106 ± 9 (90–120)

Success rate

62/68 (91.2%)

Common bile stone clearance rate

62 (100%)

Retained stones with postoperative MRCP

0 (0%)

Mean postoperative hospital stay, days (range)

5.9 ± 2.4 (4–15)

  1. Values are expressed as the mean ± SD or number of patients (%)
  2. MRCP magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography