Shamaila Ayub, Aun Ali, Ata-ur Rehman, Umair-ul Islam, Aqeel Jawaid.
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy in septuagenarians and above: a comparative analysis from Pakistani population.
Pak J Surg Jan ;35(2):98-101.

Introduction: Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is a well-known and safe procedure to perform but when it comes to elderly there has been marked differences and its course is riddled with pre and post-operative complications. In this study we have reported our results of Laparoscopic cholecystectomy comparing the 70 years and above individuals with the younger. Material and Methods: We retrospectively studied cases of Laparoscopic cholecystectomy performed at our institute between June 2015 till march 2018 with age group being taken as independent variable. Results: Th is study had 24 patients with ages 70 years and above and 320 patients 69 years and younger. Th e former group showed had higher ASA scores, comorbidities, operative times, conversion rate, in hospital stay, post-operative complications and mortality when compared to younger group. Conclusion: Elderly patients need vigilant care and higher level of management when undergoing laparoscopic cholecystectomy.

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