Temple University

Research emphasizes value of minimally invasive surgery for complex procedures

Published in Hospital Law Weekly, July 22nd, 2004

According to a new study by Sean Harbison, MD, FACS, associate professor of surgery at Temple University School of Medicine and Temple University Hospital, laparoscopy does not appear to spread gallbladder cancer, nor does it hinder future surgeries.

"Laparoscopic techniques might actually help us diagnose gallbladder cancer earlier and should remain as a treatment option," said Harbison.

Although rare, gallbladder cancer is particularly deadly because it is usually discovered at a very late stage. Both the location of the gallbladder and the lack of distinguishing symptoms make it difficult to diagnose early, when it's more treatable. In fact, only...

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