Description and Initial Experience with the "LIFT" (Less Incisions but Four Trocars) Technique for Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy.

Modifications to conventional laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) aim to reduce trauma to the abdominal wall and improve cosmetic outcomes. Although single-incision laparoscopic surgery (SILS) provides excellent cosmetic results, the procedure is technically demanding. Herein, we describe the LIFT technique (""), with four trocars but only one 3-mm visible incision, using conventional instruments.