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Dr. ArupK Mandal is a distinguished urological surgeon whose research centers on advancing minimally invasive techniques for renal surgery, particularly robot-assisted nephron-sparing surgery (NSS). His major contribution lies in demonstrating the feasibility and safety of robotic NSS for complex renal tumors, specifically those with high renal nephrometry scores (RNS ≥10), a patient population previously considered high-risk for such procedures. His landmark 2017 study, cited 12 times, introduced the concept of "trifecta outcomes"—a composite of negative surgical margins, minimal renal function loss, and no major complications—in these challenging cases, providing crucial evidence that robotic approaches can expand the indications for kidney preservation. This work has helped guide clinical decision-making for surgeons facing high-complexity renal masses. Dr. Mandal’s research bridges the gap between anatomical scoring systems and practical surgical outcomes, offering a roadmap for optimizing patient selection and surgical planning. His efforts underscore a commitment to pushing the boundaries of robotic urology, ultimately improving quality of life for patients with renal malignancies.
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