Primary closure of choledochotomy after emergency laparoscopic common bile duct exploration

Introduction The debate into whether or not to drain the common bile duct after laparoscopic common bile duct exploration (LCBDE) for choledocholithiasis continues. Reports are in favour of primary closure of choledochotomy in elective setting. The aim of this study is to evaluate our experience in the primary closure of choledochotomy in emergency setting by analysing indications, operative time, hospital stay, complications, and outcome.