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This research aims to analyze the factors influencing the timing of delayed cholecystectomy procedures.

April 17, 2026Open Access

Waiting for cholecystectomy: determinants of prioritization for delayed cholecystectomy in a universal public healthcare system— post hoc analysis of RELAPSTONE cohort (WAIT-CHOL study)

Key Points

This research aims to analyze the factors influencing the timing of delayed cholecystectomy procedures.
Conducted a post hoc analysis of the RELAPSTONE cohort data
Identified determinants of surgical timing for delayed cholecystectomy
Assessed alignment with predictors of relapse
Found that determinants of surgical timing do not align with established predictors of relapse
Highlights the necessity for improved evidence-based triage strategies
Indicates potential for better timing and improved patient outcomes

Abstract

Determinants of surgical timing were not well aligned with previously identified predictors of relapse. These findings support the need for evidence-based triage strategies to improve timing and outcomes of delayed cholecystectomy.

Waiting for cholecystectomy: determinants of prioritization for delayed cholecystectomy in a universal public healthcare system— post hoc analysis of RELAPSTONE cohort (WAIT-CHOL study)

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