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Background: Surgical approaches are vital for managing common bile duct (CBD) stones, with laparoscopic CBD exploration (LCBDE) and open CBD exploration (OCBDE) being crucial. OCBDE dominated choledocholithiasis management in Taiwan from 2000 to 2013, but recent advancements favor laparoscopic techniques. However, their utilization rates remain unassessed.
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