Giacomo Maria Pirola
University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, MultiMedica, Ospedale San Donato
Papers
14
Total Citations
299
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About
Dr. Giacomo Maria Pirola is a pioneering urological surgeon and researcher whose work is reshaping the surgical management of prostate and kidney cancers. His primary research focuses on advancing minimally invasive and focal therapies, with landmark contributions in real-time pathological imaging. Dr. Pirola led the first-ever application of ex vivo fluorescence confocal microscopy (FCM) for prostate tissue examination (85 citations), a breakthrough enabling immediate, microscope-quality assessment of surgical margins during procedures. He has also authored definitive systematic reviews on focal therapy for prostate cancer, defining oncological success criteria (40 citations) and functional outcomes (38 citations), thereby helping to standardize this emerging treatment paradigm. His expertise extends to robotic-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy, where his work on puboprostatic ligament reconstruction has improved post-operative continence rates (25 citations). Additionally, Dr. Pirola has contributed critical evidence on nephron-sparing surgery for kidney cancer and the management of synchronous bilateral renal tumors. His recent investigations into Aquablation for benign prostatic hyperplasia and pudendal nerve neurolysis further demonstrate his commitment to expanding the boundaries of urologic surgery. With over 275 cumulative citations, Dr. Pirola is establishing himself as a leading voice in the transition toward more precise, function-preserving urological care.
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- 6Revisión del acceso laparoscópico: ¿hay un método de entrada más seguro?18 citations · 2016
- 7Laparoscopic access overview: Is there a safest entry method?16 citations · 2016
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