Carl:   "A patient who clearly had terrible cholecystitis (daily debilitating pain) underwent a very difficult laparoscopic cholecystectomy today (Friday).  She very nearly had her common bile duct ligated due to terrible inflammation.  Fortunately, a collaborative effort among the 3 general surgeons avoided this life-altering complication for her.  The operation was a success and we anticipate a full recovery for her over the next few days."