Christopher J. Klingele
WinnMed, Mayo Clinic, Mayo Clinic in Arizona, Mayo Clinic in Florida, Olmsted Medical Center
Papers
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Total Citations
176
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About
Christopher J. Klingele is a leading figure in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery, with a research focus on optimizing surgical outcomes for pelvic organ prolapse (POP). His work is particularly centered on robotic sacrocolpopexy, where he has systematically evaluated the learning curve, perioperative complications, and cost-effectiveness of this minimally invasive approach. A key contribution is his landmark study on opioid stewardship, which demonstrated that procedure-specific prescribing recommendations can significantly reduce postoperative opioid use without compromising pain control—a critical advance in the era of the opioid crisis. His research has also challenged conventional wisdom, showing that using only absorbable sutures for mesh fixation during robotic sacrocolpopexy yields comparable outcomes to permanent sutures, potentially reducing long-term complications. With over 170 cumulative citations across his most-cited papers, Klingele’s work has directly shaped clinical guidelines and surgical protocols. Notably, his comparative analyses of vaginal, open abdominal, and robotic techniques have provided surgeons with essential data on complication rates and costs, particularly following the implementation of enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) pathways. Through rigorous retrospective studies and a commitment to evidence-based practice, Klingele continues to advance the safety and efficacy of prolapse surgery.
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Top Papers
- 1Assessing the learning curve of robotic sacrocolpopexy40 citations · 2015
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