Term: Converted Procedure

Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2006-07-20

Definition:

A converted procedure refers to a cholecystectomy procedure where the planned method of surgery was laparoscopic, but during the procedure it became necessary to make a larger abdominal incision and revert to the open method of surgery. A conversion from the laparoscopic method to the open method is necessary due to the complexity of the surgery or other difficulties.

Related terms 

• Cholecystectomy

References 

• Bruce S, Prior H, Katz A, Taylor M, Latosinsky S, Martens P, De Coster C, Brownell M, Soodeen R, Steinbach C. Application of Patient Safety Indicators in Manitoba: A First Look. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy, 2006. [Report] [Summary] (View)