6^th Global Gastroenterologists Meeting

Biography

Biography: Irfan Ahmed Nadeem

Abstract

The only treatment for cholelithiasis is cholecystectomy. There are many ways to accomplish it; but with One Hole Cholecystectomy (OHC), we have achieved the above mentioned claims. After performing thousands of cholecystectomies we have come to the conclusion that major breakthrough lies in understanding the concept of ligation of cystic duct under-cover of local anesthesia to reduce the post-operative pain maximally. Furthermore, OHC technique has an advantage of being minimally invasive, least traumatic, most economical, very well localized and a safe procedure done under locoregional anesthesia with SSS (short sound sleep) within 10 to 15 minutes. Most importantly, it is under direct vision, giving us the advantage of seeing the actual size and pathology. We can even palpate cystic duct for stones through it. The beauty of OHC is the speedy return of patient to normal life without any delay or need of medications. This is the prime requirement of today’s hectic life. This saves millions of medical budget and opportunity cost spent on hospital stay.