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)