Laparoscopy versus laparotomy approach of a radical resection for gallbladder cancer: a retrospective comparative study

Background Laparoscopic approach for gallbladder cancer (GBC) has long been contraindicated, but few recent studies have demonstrated the oncologic outcomes of this treatment. The purpose of this study was to compare the perioperative outcomes and long-term survival for laparoscopic surgery versus traditional open surgery of GBC.