E Limen

Heidelberg University

Papers

4

Total Citations

342

H-Index

4

About

Dr. E Limen is a leading figure in the advancement of minimally invasive pancreatic surgery, with a research focus on comparing laparoscopic and robotic techniques to traditional open procedures. Their most impactful work, a 2019 study on laparoscopic versus open pancreaticoduodenectomy published in *Annals of Surgery*, has garnered over 270 citations and provided critical evidence from randomized controlled trials, challenging the widespread adoption of laparoscopic approaches based solely on observational data. Dr. Limen further solidified this evidence base with a 2020 systematic review and meta-analysis. Beyond comparative effectiveness, they have made notable contributions to surgical education and skill acquisition, developing biotissue training models for anastomotic suturing in pancreatic surgery and analyzing the learning curves for laparoscopic and robotic distal pancreatectomy. This work, published in leading surgical journals, demonstrates a commitment to both rigorous clinical evidence and the practical challenges of implementing new technologies. Dr. Limen’s research is essential reading for any surgeon or trainee navigating the evolving landscape of pancreatic surgery.

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H-Index
4
Papers
342
Total Citations
86
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Laparoscopic Versus Open Pancreaticoduodenectomy
271 citations · 2019
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2023 (2 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 44
🏛 Institutions: Heidelberg University

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