S. C. Mehendale
Intuitive Surgical (United States), Intuitive Surgical (Switzerland)
Papers
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Total Citations
512
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About
Dr. S. C. Mehendale is a leading authority in the comparative effectiveness of minimally invasive surgical techniques, with a primary focus on robotic-assisted surgery. Their seminal work, including a highly cited 2017 study (191 citations) comparing robotic-assisted, video-assisted thoracoscopic, and open lobectomy, has fundamentally shaped the evidence base for thoracic surgery. Dr. Mehendale’s research rigorously evaluates outcomes across multiple surgical domains, from colorectal resections for cancer and diverticulitis to complex procedures like ileocolic resections for Crohn’s disease. Their landmark prospective, multicenter, randomized controlled trial on da Vinci Single-Site cholecystectomy (86 citations) set a new standard for assessing patient satisfaction and cosmesis. By consistently employing propensity-matched analyses, Dr. Mehendale provides crucial, real-world data on complication and conversion rates, identifying which patients and providers benefit most from robotic assistance. With over 500 total citations, their work is indispensable for surgeons navigating the adoption of advanced technologies, offering clear, evidence-based guidance for optimizing patient outcomes in an era of rapid surgical innovation.
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- 5Propensity-Matched Analysis of Sigmoidectomies for Diverticular Disease32 citations · 2019
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