3D Versus 4K Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy

Study Overview
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Brief Summary
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Introduction: Three-dimensional key-hole surgery ('laparoscopic') systems are proven to reduce the time required to complete tasks in laboratory settings. This benefit derives from the addition of binocular depth perception cues when compared to two-dimensional (2D) systems. This year a '4K' laparoscopic system has become commercially available, so-named as it provides a high resolution 2D image with four times the number of pixels of 2D full high definition. The improved visualisation is likely to provide additional non-binocular depth cues. It is currently unclear to what degree improving the resolution of 2D systems can compensate for binocular depth cues. Aim: To determine whether the binocular vision provided by 3D laparoscopic systems provides benefits during laparoscopic cholecystectomy when compared to the monocular vision provided by high-resolution 4K systems. Methods: A randomised controlled trial of 3D HD versus 4K laparoscopic systems will be performed, comparing the time to complete laparoscopic cholecystectomy, and error scores. Impact: This study is a unique, first-of-its-kind investigation into two new surgical technologies, and is the first study to involve a 4K system. The uptake of three-dimensional systems has been curbed by financial cost and the limitations of early 3D technologies. This study aims to determine which system may be the safest, quickest and most cost- effective, in order to guide future investment and technological development towards either 3D or 2D systems. In addition, these systems may also aid in the learning curve of trainee surgeons.

Official Title
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A Randomised Controlled Trial to Determine Whether a 3D Laparoscopic System Improves Surgeons' Performance During Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy When Compared to an Ultra-high Definition ('4K') Laparoscopic System

Conditions
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Cholecystitis, Gallstones

Intervention / Treatment
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* Procedure: 3D laparoscopy
* Procedure: 4K laparoscopy


Participation Criteria
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Eligibility Criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: Informed, written consent obtained after provision of information leaflets and face-to-face answering of any questions participants may have Elective laparoscopic cholecystectomy Medically fit for discharge as day case Age 18 to 85 years Exclusion Criteria: Unable to obtain informed, written consent Emergency cholecystectomy Not medically fit for discharge as day case Age <18 or >85 years Conversion to open cholecystectomy History of upper abdominal surgery Recent/current involvement in another clinical trial Common bile duct exploration at time of operation

Ages Eligible for Study
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Minimum Age: 18 Years
Maximum Age: 85 Years

Sexes Eligible for Study
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All

Accepts Healthy Volunteers
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No

Study Plan
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How is the study designed?
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Design Details

Primary Purpose: Treatment
Allocation: Randomized
Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment
Masking: Double


Arms and Interventions

| Participant Group/Arm | Intervention/Treatment |
| --- | --- |
| Experimental: 3D laparoscopy<br>Patients will undergo laparoscopic cholecystectomy using a 3D laparoscopic system | Procedure: 3D laparoscopy<br> <br> |
| Experimental: 4K laparoscopy<br>Patients will undergo laparoscopic cholecystectomy using a 4K laparoscopic system | Procedure: 4K laparoscopy<br> <br> |

What is the study measuring?
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Primary Outcome Measures

| Outcome Measure | Measure Description | Time Frame |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Time for completion of the key steps in laparoscopic cholecystectomy |  | Day of surgery | 

Secondary Outcome Measures

| Outcome Measure | Measure Description | Time Frame |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Errors detected on video analysis of laparoscopic cholecystectomy as defined by a validated checklist |  | Day of surgery |