Ahmad Sakr

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Total Citations

119

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About

Ahmad Sakr is a colorectal surgeon and researcher whose work centers on advancing minimally invasive surgical techniques and understanding complex gastrointestinal oncology. His most impactful contribution is a landmark systematic review and meta-analysis comparing intracorporeal versus extracorporeal anastomosis in minimally invasive right colectomy, which has garnered 117 citations and provides critical evidence for optimizing surgical outcomes. This work directly informs clinical decision-making by evaluating key endpoints such as recovery time and complication rates. Beyond this, Sakr has contributed to the rare disease literature with a case report on triple synchronous primary neoplasms within the gastrointestinal tract, published in a letter to the editor. This report, approved by the Institutional Review Board of Severance Hospital, Yonsei University, highlights his attention to unusual clinical presentations that challenge conventional understanding of multiple primary malignancies. His research portfolio demonstrates a dual focus: rigorous evidence synthesis to guide surgical practice and detailed case-based insights into complex oncologic patterns. Sakr’s work is valuable for surgeons and trainees seeking data-driven approaches to colectomy and for researchers interested in the nuances of synchronous gastrointestinal cancers.