Papers

2

Total Citations

11

H-Index

2

About

Ben Gys is a surgeon whose work sits at the intersection of advanced minimally invasive techniques and complex oncologic and colorectal pathologies. His key research areas include transanal total mesorectal excision (TaTME), robotic surgery, and the management of synchronous pelvic malignancies. Gys made a notable contribution by demonstrating the feasibility of performing simultaneous laparoscopic proctocolectomy (using TaTME) and robot-assisted radical prostatectomy for patients with synchronous rectal and prostate cancer—a technically demanding procedure that addresses two cancers in a single operation. His work on robotic posterior suturepexy for colonic prolapse following TaTME further showcases his expertise in managing post-surgical complications with innovative, minimally invasive solutions. Though his citation counts are modest (7 and 4 citations respectively), these papers represent pioneering steps in multidisciplinary pelvic surgery, offering new pathways for treating complex, co-occurring conditions. Gys’s contributions are particularly valuable for surgeons seeking to expand the boundaries of what is achievable with combined laparoscopic and robotic approaches in challenging pelvic anatomy.

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Key Achievements

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H-Index
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Papers
11
Total Citations
6
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Simultaneous laparoscopic proctocolectomy (TaTME) and robot-assisted radical prostatectomy for synchronous rectal and prostate cancer
7 citations · 2017
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2017 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 6
🏛 Institutions: Province of Antwerp, Antwerp University Hospital

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