<prompt> The procedure of choice for elective removal of CBD stones for most patient isOpen choledocholithotomyEndoscopic choledocholithotomyLaparoscopic choledocholithotomyPercutaaneous choledocholithotomy  <response>: The procedure of choice for elective removal of CBD stones is Endoscopic choledocholithotomy.i.e.,endoscopic papillotomysphincterotomyand stone extraction through Dormia basket or balloon catheter.CBD stent is placed in situ.Once the CBD stones are extracted,laparoscopic cholecystectomy is done. Reference:SRBs manual of surgery,5th edition,page no:651. 