Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy with the FreeHold Duo Retractor - Case Study

Introduction

The first laparoscopic cholecystectomy was reported in 1987, introducing an era of minimally invasive surgery for this common procedure. Advantages of the laparoscopic approach include reduced postoperative pain and recovery time and improved cosmesis.17 Since its introduction, the laparoscopic approach has been modified to reduce even further the number of incisions and trocars needed, while maintaining operative efficiency and good outcomes.34 This report describes the use of a totally intracorporeal retractor (FreeHold Duo™) that eliminates the need for mechanical retractors, additional incisions, and an assistant during laparoscopic cholecystectomy, even in challenging cases.