Engelbert Knosp
Medical University of Vienna, Oxford University Press (United Kingdom)
Papers
4
Total Citations
120
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About
Engelbert Knosp is a prominent neurosurgeon and researcher whose work has significantly advanced the field of stereotactic neurosurgery, with a particular focus on robotic guidance systems and minimally invasive surgical techniques. His research has been instrumental in developing and validating robotic platforms designed to overcome the inherent limitations of traditional frame-based and frameless stereotactic procedures, improving both precision and patient safety. Knosp's most influential contribution is his pioneering work with the iSYS1 robotic guidance device, a novel miniature system designed for stereotactic neurosurgical interventions. His 2016 study demonstrating the feasibility and accuracy of this system has garnered 79 citations, establishing it as a landmark reference in the field. Building on this foundation, his 2019 paper introducing robot-guided minimally invasive brain tumor biopsy techniques — increasingly critical as molecular pathology drives treatment decisions — has accumulated 36 citations and further underscores his commitment to translating robotic innovation into clinical practice. Working alongside collaborators including Stefan Wolfsberger and Georg Widhalm, Knosp has helped shape the trajectory of submillimeter-precision neurosurgery. His body of work reflects a sustained dedication to making complex brain interventions safer, more accurate, and accessible to a broader patient population.
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- 2A novel robot-guided minimally invasive technique for brain tumor biopsies36 citations · 2019
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