Early versus delayed laparoscopic cholecystectomy for lithiasic acute cholecystitis during emergency admissions. Results of a monocentric experience and review of the literature.

In case of early laparoscopic cholecystectomy, the conversion rate and post-operative morbidity are comparable to the delayed treatment of acute cholecystitis. But the early surgery can reduce the cost of care, the duration of surgery and the hospital stay. Key-words : Lithiasic acute cholecystitis ; Laparoscopic cholecystectomy.