Fabio Di Nocera
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81
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About
Fabio Di Nocera is a leading colorectal and minimally invasive surgeon whose research focuses on optimizing surgical outcomes for rectal cancer, complex hiatal hernias, and pelvic floor disorders. His most influential work, “Optimising functional outcomes in rectal cancer surgery” (2020), with 47 citations, addresses how advances in total mesorectal excision (TME), multimodal treatment, and minimal-invasive approaches—including laparoscopic, robotic, and transanal techniques—can improve both survival and sphincter preservation. Di Nocera is also the principal investigator of the RATHER-study, a prospective comparative trial evaluating robot-assisted versus laparoscopic repair of complete upside-down stomach hiatal hernias, demonstrating his commitment to rigorous clinical evidence in challenging procedures. His systematic review on mesh-associated complications in minimally invasive ventral mesh rectopexy (2024) further underscores his dedication to patient safety and surgical quality in pelvic floor surgery. With over 80 cumulative citations, Di Nocera’s work bridges technical innovation and functional recovery, making him a key voice in advancing minimally invasive colorectal and hernia surgery.
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- 1Optimising functional outcomes in rectal cancer surgery47 citations · 2020
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