About

Eserval Rocha is a thoracic surgeon whose research is reshaping surgical approaches to complex lung diseases, with a particular focus on robotic-assisted techniques and chronic infections. His most cited work, "Robotic lung resection: a narrative review of the current role on primary lung cancer treatment" (2022, 18 citations), critically examines how robotic-assisted thoracic surgery (RATS) enhances tissue manipulation and precision in lung cancer care. Rocha further pushes boundaries in "Robotic Lung Volume Reduction Surgery With Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation" (2022, 10 citations), demonstrating how advanced technology can support high-risk procedures. Beyond oncology, his survey "Practice patterns and trends in surgical treatment for chronic lung infections" (2023, 5 citations) offers vital insights into surgical preferences and technological adoption in developing countries, where these infections pose significant public health challenges. As a leader in the Brazilian Society of Thoracic Surgery, Rocha’s work bridges innovation and real-world practice, providing evidence that guides surgeons in adopting robotic platforms for safer, more effective outcomes. His growing citation record reflects a rising influence in thoracic surgery, particularly for resource-sensitive settings.

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Papers
33
Total Citations
11
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Robotic lung resection: a narrative review of the current role on primary lung cancer treatment
18 citations · 2022
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2022 (2 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 11
🏛 Institutions: Instituto do Câncer do Estado de São Paulo, Hospital Sírio-Libanês, Hospital das Clínicas da Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de São Paulo

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