Kathryn A. Stackhouse
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About
Dr. Kathryn A. Stackhouse is a leading surgical oncologist whose research focuses on advancing minimally invasive techniques for pancreatic cancer surgery. Her work critically compares robotic and laparoscopic approaches to complex procedures like pancreatoduodenectomy (the Whipple procedure) and distal pancreatectomy, using large-scale, propensity-matched national database analyses to provide robust evidence on oncologic and surgical outcomes. Her 2024 study on robotic versus laparoscopic pancreatoduodenectomy, with 32 citations, is a landmark contribution that helps define best practices for patients with pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma. Dr. Stackhouse also investigates perioperative pain management, as demonstrated by her 2019 work showing that transversus abdominis plane block significantly reduces pain and narcotic use after robot-assisted distal pancreatectomy. Her research directly impacts surgical decision-making and patient recovery, bridging the gap between technological innovation and clinical outcomes. With a growing citation record and a focus on high-impact comparative effectiveness studies, Dr. Stackhouse is shaping the future of pancreatic cancer surgery.
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