Elie Capelluto

Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Saint-Pierre

Papers

Total Citations

448

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About

Elie Capelluto is a pioneering figure in minimally invasive surgery, best known for his foundational work in robotic laparoscopy. His research centers on the feasibility and advancement of robotic-assisted surgical techniques, with a particular focus on overcoming the limitations of traditional laparoscopic procedures. Capelluto’s landmark study, "Feasibility of Robotic Laparoscopic Surgery: 146 Cases" (2001), which has garnered 448 citations, demonstrated that a computer-controlled robotic interface could restore lost degrees of freedom through intra-abdominal articulations and enhance visual control of instrument manipulation. This work provided critical early evidence that robotic systems could improve surgical precision and dexterity, laying the groundwork for the widespread adoption of platforms like the da Vinci Surgical System. By systematically validating the safety and practicality of robotic laparoscopy across a large patient cohort, Capelluto helped transform a theoretical concept into a clinical reality. His contributions have had a lasting impact on the field, enabling surgeons to perform complex procedures with greater accuracy and reduced patient trauma. Today, Capelluto is recognized as a key architect of modern robotic surgery, and his research continues to inspire innovations in surgical robotics and patient care.