Filip Rega

Universitair Ziekenhuis Leuven, KU Leuven

Papers

2

Total Citations

99

H-Index

2

About

Filip Rega is a clinical researcher at the forefront of cardiac surgery innovation, with a particular focus on minimally invasive techniques and postoperative rehabilitation. His work has fundamentally advanced the understanding of how surgical approach affects patient outcomes, most notably through his landmark 2022 systematic review and meta-analysis of 119 studies comparing minimally invasive mitral valve surgery to conventional sternotomy. This comprehensive analysis, which has garnered 55 citations, provided crucial evidence on the safety and efficacy of less invasive approaches. Beyond the operating room, Rega has pioneered the integration of wearable technology into cardiac recovery, as demonstrated by his 2018 prospective cohort study on physical activity monitoring during rehabilitation after cardiac surgery. This work, cited 44 times, established a framework for using dedicated trackers to remotely assess functional status and guide recovery protocols. By bridging surgical technique with digital health innovation, Rega is shaping a future where cardiac care is both less invasive and more precisely monitored, directly improving the patient journey from the operating table through rehabilitation.

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2
H-Index
2
Papers
99
Total Citations
50
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Minimally invasive mitral valve surgery versus conventional sternotomy mitral valve surgery: A systematic review and meta‐analysis of 119 studies
55 citations · 2022
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2022 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 12
🏛 Institutions: Universitair Ziekenhuis Leuven, KU Leuven

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