Franziska Lang

Heidelberg University

Papers

2

Total Citations

22

H-Index

2

About

Franziska Lang is a pioneering surgical researcher whose work focuses on advancing minimally invasive techniques, particularly in pancreatic and gastrointestinal surgery. Her major contributions center on the development and validation of novel training models and the comparative analysis of robotic-assisted versus laparoscopic procedures. In her highly cited 2023 study on biotissue training models for anastomotic suturing in pancreatic surgery (14 citations), she created realistic, low-cost platforms that significantly improve surgical education and skill acquisition. Her randomized crossover experimental study comparing robotic-assisted and laparoscopic bowel anastomoses (8 citations) provides critical evidence on skill transfer and learning curves, directly addressing the gap in understanding how laparoscopic skills translate to robotic surgery. Lang’s work has substantial impact, with her publications informing surgical training curricula and operative best practices. By systematically evaluating both technical performance and educational outcomes, she is shaping the future of surgical simulation and the integration of robotic technology into mainstream practice. Her research is essential reading for surgeons and trainees navigating the transition to advanced minimally invasive platforms.

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2
H-Index
2
Papers
22
Total Citations
11
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Development of biotissue training models for anastomotic suturing in pancreatic surgery
14 citations · 2023
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2023 (2 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 30
🏛 Institutions: Heidelberg University

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