HPB : the official journal of the International Hepato Pancreato Biliary Association
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Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study
Index versus delayed cholecystectomy in mild gallstone pancreatitis: results of a randomized controlled trial.
Delayed cholecystectomy is associated with increased risk of biliary events. The objectives of the study were to confirm the superiority of index cholecystectomy over delayed operation in mild gallstone pancreatitis. ⋯ Delayed cholecystectomy in mild gallstone pancreatitis can no longer be recommended since it is associated with an increased risk for recurrent gallstone-related events and impaired patient's reported outcomes.