Lapu-Lapu City Hospital pioneers advanced imaging in gallbladder surgery

Lapu-Lapu City Hospital has successfully performed its first intraoperative cholangiography using a new C-arm fluoroscopy machine. The procedure took place during a cholecystectomy on February 8, 2026, marking a significant upgrade in the hospital's surgical capabilities.

The hospital acquired the C-arm fluoroscopy machine as part of the City Government's healthcare improvement programme. The technology allows surgeons to view real-time images during operations, increasing precision and patient safety.

This was not the first time the machine had been used. The hospital had previously carried out a major orthopaedic surgery with the same imaging system. However, its application in general surgery—such as the recent cholecystectomy—represents a new milestone.

While no numerical data on outcomes is yet available, doctors have noted qualitative benefits. The real-time imaging helps guide surgical decisions, reducing risks during complex procedures.

The introduction of C-arm fluoroscopy strengthens Lapu-Lapu City's healthcare services. Surgeons can now perform safer and more accurate operations in both orthopaedic and general procedures. The technology is expected to become a standard tool in future surgeries at the hospital.