Single‐incision and NOTES Cholecystectomy, Are There Clinical or Cosmetic Advantages When Compared to Conventional Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy? A Case–control Study Comparing Single‐incision, Transvaginal, and Conventional Laparoscopic Technique for Cholecystectomy

Abstract

Both SPC and TVC are feasible procedures when performed in selected patients. CLC is a faster procedure, but other clinical outcomes and complication rates were similar. SPC, and especially TVC, offer a better cosmetic result. Randomized trials are needed to specify the role of SPC and TVC in the treatment of patients with symptomatic gallstone disease.