Biliary-cutaneous fistula: an uncommon complication of retained gallstones following laparoscopic cholecystectomy.

A biliary-cutaneous fistula occurring as a late complication of laparoscopic cholecystectomy is described. The fistula was associated with retained gallstone fragments following intra-operative spillage and attempted retrieval. The fate of intra-peritoneal gallstones is reviewed and preventative measures discussed.