Subtotal fenestrating cholecystectomy

Subtotal fenestrating cholecystectomy in a patient with severe acute cholecystitis.
(A) The neck of the gallbladder is open, showing multiple stones. A gauze sponge is placed below the gallbladder to catch any stones and facilitate their removal.
(B) Appearance of the subtotal remnant (arrows). The neck of the gallbladder that remains in situ is outlined (dashed lines).