This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Gallbladder, Subject name: Surgery
The technique of laparoscopic cholecystectomy was first described by? 
Select and explain. 
A. Erich Muhe, B. Philip Moure, C. Ku Semm, D. Eddie Reddick
A: Erich Muhe
Answer: A: Erich Muhe 
Explanation: History of laparoscopic cholecystectomy Eric Muhe performed the first laparoscopic cholecystectomy in 1982. He used a modified operating laparoscope placed at the umbilicus after establishing pneumoperitoneum. In 1987, Phillipe Mouret performed the first video laparoscopic cholecystectomy by using a camera attached to the laparoscope.