Assessing the Value of Overnight Admission After Pediatric Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy: A Nationwide Propensity-Matched Analysis

In an era of constrained healthcare resources, optimizing postoperative care without compromising safety has become a national priority. Laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) is among the most common pediatric procedures, yet discharge practices vary widely. Whether overnight admission offers meaningful benefit over same-day discharge remains uncertain.