[Cholelithiasis in children: observations on a further case and the technique of laparoscopic cholecystectomy in a child].

A new case of gallstone in a child, with non apparent predisposing condition, who underwent laparoscopic cholecystectomy is reported. The importance of considering cholelithiasis in children with abdominal pain as well as the value of ultrasonography in diagnosis is stressed. The technique of laparoscopic cholecystectomy modified for pediatric patients and its benefits (decreased pain and ileus after surgery, shortened hospitalization and improved cosmesis) are discussed.