Evaluation of Anatomical Parameters of the Rouviere’s Sulcus for Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy: An Institutional Based Study
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Rouviere’s Sulcus, Cholecystectomy, Adult LiverAbstract
Background: The knowledge of surgical anatomy is important for the safe carrying out of any surgical procedure. Therefore, the researchers have focused on many approaches to avoid complications during laparoscopic cholecystectomy. The present study was conducted to assess anatomical parameters of the Rouviere’s sulcus for laparoscopic cholecystectomy.
Materials and Methods: The present study included the gross anatomical examination of 90 formalin-fixed adult livers. The direction and type of Rouviere’s sulcus was recorded. The length, breadth and depth of Rouviere’s sulcus were recorded. Thereafter, an average of each measurement was calculated.
Results: In the present study out of the 90 livers dissected, the Rouviere’s sulcus was present in 78.89% cases. Type 1A was found in 45% cases. Type 1B was found in 7.22 % of cases studied. Type 2 which occurred in 23.33% of the specimens. Type 3 was occurred in 3.33% of the livers dissected. The direction of the sulcus was horizontal in 32.22% of cases and oblique in 46.67% cases. The average length of sulcus was 2.87 cm, the average breadth was 0.23cm and the average depth was 0.69 cm.
Conclusion: The study concluded that the Rouviere’s sulcus was present in 78.89% cases. Type 1 was found in 52.22% cases, Type 2 in 23.33%, Type 3 was occurred in 3.33% of the livers dissected.
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