Rare anatomical variants encountered during laparoscopic cholecystectomy in low resource conditions and the convenient concept of the safe zone of dissection: a prospective observational study at a single center

Biliary anatomical variations can be expected in any dissected zone. Most of the detected variants were associated with the cystic artery. An overlooked accessory cysto-biliary communication can cause complicated biliary leakage. A surgeon's skills and knowledge of laparoscopic anatomical variants are essential for performing a safe laparoscopic cholecystectomy.