Eduardo Linhares
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4
Total Citations
50
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3
About
Eduardo Linhares is a pioneering colorectal surgeon whose work centers on advancing minimally invasive techniques for the treatment of pelvic malignancies, particularly rectal cancer. His research focuses on refining robotic and transanal surgical approaches to improve oncologic outcomes and reduce patient morbidity. Linhares’s most impactful contribution is his comparative analysis of circumferential resection margin (CRM) status across robotic, laparoscopic, and open total mesorectal excision (TME) for mid and low rectal cancer—a study with 38 citations that directly informs surgical decision-making by demonstrating the safety and efficacy of robotic methods. He has also documented the implementation of robotic colorectal surgery at Brazil’s National Cancer Institute (INCA), sharing institutional experience to guide adoption. Notably, Linhares has described a novel combined approach using robotic and transanal endoscopic operations (TEO) for transanal TME (TaETM), providing step-by-step guidance for this challenging procedure. Additionally, his cumulative sum analysis of the robotic learning curve for pelvic malignancies offers valuable insights for surgeons transitioning to robotic platforms. Through these works, Linhares has helped establish evidence-based pathways for minimally invasive pelvic surgery, enhancing both technical reproducibility and patient outcomes.
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- 2Colorectal robotic surgery: INCA's experience5 citations · 2019
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