Duncan T. Wilcox

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Duncan T. Wilcox is a leading figure in pediatric urology, renowned for advancing minimally invasive surgical techniques in complex reconstructive procedures. His research centers on robotic and laparoscopic approaches for congenital urological conditions, particularly in infants and children. Wilcox’s major contributions include demonstrating the safety and efficacy of robotic cystoplasty and complex reconstructions, with a 2016 study reporting comparable outcomes to open surgery while reducing perioperative complications. He further pioneered the use of laparoscopic and robotic pyeloplasty for uretero-pelvic junction obstruction in infants, establishing these as viable alternatives to open surgery through a multi-institutional comparison of outcomes and learning curves. His work has garnered significant attention, with his most-cited papers accumulating over 60 citations, reflecting their impact on clinical practice. Notably, Wilcox’s 2013 study on laparoscopic-assisted bladder reconstruction remains a foundational reference in the field. His achievements have helped shift pediatric urology toward less invasive approaches, improving recovery times and surgical precision for young patients.

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Top Papers

1. 1
   Comparative Outcomes and Perioperative Complications of Robotic Vs Open Cystoplasty and Complex Reconstructions

   36 citations · 2016
2. 2
   Laparoscopic and robotic pyeloplasty as minimally invasive alternatives to the open approach for the treatment of uretero-pelvic junction obstruction in infants: a multi-institutional comparison of outcomes and learning curves

   31 citations · 2022
3. 3
   Laparoscopic-Assisted Bladder Reconstruction

   2 citations · 2013

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