Routine histopathological study of cholecystectomy specimens. Useful? A retrospective study of 1960 cases.

Background And Aims: Traditionally, a gallbladder removed for presumed benign disease is sent for histopathological examination, but this practice has been the subject of controversy.

Aim: The aim of this study was to assess the usefulness of routine histopathological examination of cholecystectomy specimens and its impact on the management of patients.

Patients And Methods: The histopathological reports of 1960 patients who underwent cholecystectomy from January 2011 to November 2016 were retrospectively reviewed.