Francesca Sanguedolce

Ospedali Riuniti di Foggia, University of Foggia

Papers

2

Total Citations

32

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2

About

Francesca Sanguedolce is a leading figure in minimally invasive surgical oncology, with a focused expertise in robotic and laparoscopic approaches for gastrointestinal cancers. Her major contributions lie in rigorously comparing these advanced techniques to determine optimal patient outcomes. Her 2022 systematic review on robotic versus laparoscopic gastrectomy for gastric cancer, which has garnered 23 citations, critically evaluated the standard of care for D2 lymphadenectomy, highlighting the ongoing evolution in surgical practice. More recently, her 2025 meta-analysis on colectomy for transverse colon cancer—a notoriously understudied segment—addressed a critical gap in the literature, earning 9 citations for its timely comparative analysis. Through her work, Sanguedolce has systematically demonstrated the nuanced benefits and limitations of robotic surgery, providing evidence-based guidance for surgeons navigating the transition from traditional laparoscopy. Her research is instrumental in shaping modern surgical protocols, directly impacting clinical decision-making for complex oncologic resections. By consistently tackling challenging anatomical sites and procedural comparisons, she has established herself as a key voice in advancing the precision and safety of minimally invasive cancer surgery.

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H-Index
2
Papers
32
Total Citations
16
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Robotic versus Laparoscopic Gastrectomy for Gastric Cancer: An Updated Systematic Review
23 citations · 2022
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2022 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 14
🏛 Institutions: Ospedali Riuniti di Foggia, University of Foggia

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