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About
Ben Ma is a pioneering hepatobiliary surgeon whose work centers on advancing robotic liver surgery, particularly for complex and high-risk cases. His major contributions include demonstrating the safety and technical feasibility of single-port robotic-assisted hepatic caudate lobectomy using the da Vinci SP® system, as reported in a 2022 case study (6 citations). He has also systematically documented the evolution of robotic liver resection, drawing from over 2,000 procedures at his center to establish best practices for the technique (4 citations). Ma’s research further challenges conventional boundaries by showing that robotic resection for huge hepatocellular carcinoma (≥10 cm) is both feasible and safe, based on a propensity score–matched single-surgeon study of 337 patients (2 citations). His work has been instrumental in expanding the indications for minimally invasive liver surgery, reducing patient trauma while maintaining oncologic rigor. With a focus on innovation and clinical translation, Ma’s studies provide critical evidence that robotic platforms can handle the most demanding hepatic resections, positioning him as a leading figure in the field. His cumulative findings offer a roadmap for surgeons transitioning from open to robotic approaches, underscoring the maturity and reliability of these techniques.
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