P Cortese
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P Cortese is a surgeon and researcher whose work focuses on the learning curve and technical outcomes of robot-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy (RALP). In his most-cited study, "Robot assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy (RALP): the 'real' learning curve" (2010), Cortese critically examined the number of cases required for surgical proficiency, challenging conventional assumptions by demonstrating that the learning curve extends well beyond initial training phases. This contribution has been cited 4 times, providing valuable guidance for urological surgeons and training programs aiming to optimize patient outcomes during the adoption of robotic surgery. Cortese’s work underscores the importance of rigorous, data-driven assessment of surgical skill acquisition, helping to shape best practices in minimally invasive oncology. His research remains a reference point for those studying surgical education and the integration of advanced technology in clinical settings.
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