Papers
10
Total Citations
108
H-Index
5
About
Dr. Arup K. Mandal is a pioneering urologic surgeon whose work has significantly advanced the application of robotic surgery in complex urological conditions, particularly in resource-limited settings. His research centers on demonstrating the safety, feasibility, and efficacy of robot-assisted techniques for traditionally challenging procedures. Dr. Mandal’s major contributions include establishing robotic repair as a viable option for vesicovaginal fistulas (53 citations) and bladder paragangliomas, and developing a modified technique for robotic Burch colposuspension. He has also explored the limits of robotic assistance in bilateral simultaneous pyeloplasty and post-chemotherapy retroperitoneal lymph node dissection for germ cell tumors. Beyond specific procedures, Dr. Mandal has critically evaluated the comparative outcomes of robotic versus conventional urological surgery, analyzing length of stay, operative time, and patient expenditure. His work on predicting trifecta outcomes after nephron-sparing surgery goes beyond traditional nephrometry scores to incorporate additional variables influencing surgical difficulty. Notably, his publication on establishing a new robotic facility in a developing country (from "scratch to state-of-the-art") highlights his role as a leader in expanding access to advanced surgical technology, making him a key figure in the global adoption of robotic urology.
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Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1Robot-assisted vesicovaginal fistula repair: a safe and feasible technique53 citations · 2016
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- 3Robotic Burch colposuspension—modified technique11 citations · 2017
- 4Robot-assisted Vesico-vaginal Fistula Repair: A Compilation8 citations · 2018
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- 6Robot-assisted bilateral simultaneous pyeloplasty: safe and feasible4 citations · 2016
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