Domenico Vitobello
Humanitas University, Istituti di Ricovero e Cura a Carattere Scientifico
Papers
10
Total Citations
192
H-Index
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About
Domenico Vitobello is a pioneering figure in the field of gynecologic robotic surgery, whose work has fundamentally reshaped the management of complex pelvic conditions. His primary research focuses on the application of advanced robotic platforms—particularly the da Vinci system—for deep infiltrating endometriosis (DIE), pelvic organ prolapse, and uterine malignancies. Vitobello’s landmark 2013 study, cited 56 times, established robotic surgery as a “paradigm shift” for DIE, demonstrating its feasibility and superior outcomes over conventional laparoscopy. He further advanced the field by developing a hybrid robotic-laparoscopic technique for colorectal endometriosis and by validating robotic radical hysterectomy after neoadjuvant chemotherapy for locally advanced cervical cancer. His contributions extend to surgical innovation, including sentinel node mapping with indocyanine green fluorescence and robotic sacral hysteropexy for prolapse. With over 190 cumulative citations across his most influential works, Vitobello’s impact is evident in his long-term survival analyses for endometrial and cervical cancers, which provide crucial benchmarks for minimally invasive oncology. His work not only expands surgical possibilities for medically complex patients but also sets new standards for safety and efficacy in robotic gynecology.
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Top Papers
- 1Robotic surgery for deep endometriosis: a paradigm shift56 citations · 2013
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- 4Robotic sacral hysteropexy for pelvic organ prolapse20 citations · 2011
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