Anatomical identification of the bile duct by intrinsic illumination in difficult cholecystectomies: Prometheus device
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Bile duct injury remains one of the most feared complications after cholecystectomy.The Prometheus device, through intrinsic illumination, facilitates intraoperative anatomical identification of biliary structures.In a case of cholecystitis, it was used during a conventional cholecystectomy, advancing it through Hartmann's pouch to the confluence with the common hepatic duct, illuminating the biliary structures and enhancing critical view of safety.This device proved to be a safe and accessible method, with potential for use in most healthcare centers.
Language: English
Subfield: Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4409794701