Scott B. Farnham

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Dr. Scott B. Farnham has made pivotal contributions to urologic oncology, particularly in refining surgical approaches for prostate cancer. His landmark 2006 study, cited 183 times, systematically compared intraoperative blood loss and transfusion requirements between robotic-assisted radical prostatectomy and traditional radical retropubic prostatectomy. This work provided critical evidence that robotic surgery significantly reduces blood loss and transfusion needs, helping establish robotic prostatectomy as a safer, less invasive standard of care. Farnham’s research directly addressed a major clinical concern—hemorrhage during prostate surgery—and his findings have guided surgical decision-making worldwide. Beyond this seminal paper, his collaborative efforts with colleagues like Todd M. Webster and S. Duke Herrell have advanced the field’s understanding of perioperative outcomes. By quantifying the tangible benefits of robotic techniques, Farnham helped accelerate the adoption of minimally invasive surgery, improving recovery times and reducing complications for thousands of patients. His work remains a cornerstone reference for surgeons and researchers evaluating surgical innovations in urology.

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   Intraoperative blood loss and transfusion requirements for robotic-assisted radical prostatectomy versus radical retropubic prostatectomy

   183 citations · 2006
2. 2
   688: Intraoperative Blood Loss and Transfusion Requirements for Robotic Assisted Radical Prostatectomy Versus Radical Retropubic Prostatectomy

   13 citations · 2005

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