Publications by authors named "Phu V La"
HPB (Oxford)
November 2024
Article Synopsis
- The study compares primary closure versus T-tube drainage methods after laparoscopic common bile duct exploration (LCBDE) in elderly patients (≥65 years).
- Data collected from two Vietnamese hospitals was analyzed, revealing that primary closure resulted in shorter operating times and hospital stays compared to T-tube drainage.
- Both methods had similar long-term stone recurrence rates, suggesting that primary closure is a safe and effective option for elderly patients with biliary issues.
