Casper H.J. van Eijck
Virginia Mason Medical Center, Erasmus University Rotterdam, Erasmus MC Cancer Institute
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Total Citations
413
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About
Casper H.J. van Eijck is a leading figure in pancreatic surgery, whose work has fundamentally reshaped the field of minimally invasive pancreatic resections. His research focuses on comparing minimally invasive distal pancreatectomy (MIDP) with open surgery, particularly for pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma. Van Eijck’s major contributions include leading the landmark DIPLOMA study (280 citations), which provided critical evidence on the oncological safety of MIDP for cancer patients, and the LEOPARD trial (55 citations), which demonstrated that MIDP reduces time to functional recovery while also assessing cost-effectiveness and quality of life. His work extends to robotic pancreatoduodenectomy, where a nationwide propensity-score-matched analysis (31 citations) showed promising early outcomes. Notably, van Eijck has driven the nationwide implementation of MIDP through structured training programs and randomized trials, moving the technique from experimental to standard practice (IDEAL Stage IV). With over 400 citations across his top papers, his research has directly influenced surgical guidelines and improved recovery for patients with pancreatic disease, making him a pivotal voice in evidence-based surgical innovation.
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