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Total Citations
936
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About
Dean G. Assimos is a towering figure in urology, renowned for his transformative contributions to the surgical management of kidney stone disease. His primary research areas encompass urolithiasis, endourology, and minimally invasive surgical techniques. Assimos’s most impactful work is his leadership in the landmark AUA Guideline on Management of Staghorn Calculi (2005), which has garnered over 900 citations and remains a cornerstone for evidence-based treatment of complex renal stones. This guideline, co-authored with other pioneers, established standardized diagnostic and therapeutic protocols that have shaped clinical practice worldwide. Beyond guidelines, Assimos has advanced surgical innovation, notably exploring robotic anatrophic nephrolithotomy with near-infrared fluorescence image-guidance, a technique designed to improve precision and outcomes in stone removal. His work also critically examines the training of endourology fellows, advocating for a balanced expertise in both stone disease and oncology. With a career dedicated to refining surgical care, Assimos’s research has not only enhanced patient outcomes but also provided a rigorous framework for future urologists, cementing his legacy as a leader in the field.
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- 2Gas-containing Renal Stones: Findings From Five Consecutive Patients12 citations · 2012
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