Adele Costanzo
Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine, Cleveland Clinic
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About
Dr. Adele Costanzo is a leading surgical researcher whose work is reshaping the landscape of minimally invasive hernia repair. Her primary research areas focus on comparative effectiveness trials in robotic and laparoscopic surgery, specifically evaluating techniques like eTEP (enhanced-view totally extraperitoneal) and IPOM (intraperitoneal onlay mesh) for ventral hernias, as well as robotic versus laparoscopic approaches for inguinal hernias. Dr. Costanzo’s major contributions include serving as a principal investigator for two landmark multicenter randomized clinical trials: the REVEAL trial, which has garnered 36 citations, and the RIVAL trial, with 34 citations. These studies provide critical, high-level evidence on patient outcomes, recurrence rates, and recovery times, directly informing surgical best practices. Her work is notable for its rigorous methodology and long-term follow-up, offering surgeons and patients clear data to guide treatment decisions. With her trials already cited extensively, Dr. Costanzo is establishing herself as a pivotal voice in evidence-based surgery, driving the conversation on how robotic technology can be optimally integrated into routine hernia care.
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