Haiqing Li

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Dr. Haiqing Li is a leading figure in the field of minimally invasive cardiac surgery, with a focused expertise in robotic-assisted coronary revascularization. His major contributions center on evaluating and advancing surgical techniques that reduce patient trauma and improve recovery outcomes. In his seminal 2016 study, Dr. Li directly compared robot-assisted coronary artery bypass grafting (RACAB) using the da Vinci system against minimally invasive direct coronary artery bypass (MIDCAB). This highly cited work (35 citations) demonstrated that RACAB offers superior short-term outcomes, particularly in the convenient harvesting of internal mammary arteries, establishing a critical benchmark for modern cardiac surgery. By providing robust clinical evidence for the benefits of robotic precision, Dr. Li has helped shape the adoption of less invasive approaches in coronary artery bypass grafting. His research continues to influence surgical protocols and training, making him a key contributor to the evolution of patient-centered, technology-driven cardiac care.

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   Robot-assisted coronary artery bypass grafting improves short-term outcomes compared with minimally invasive direct coronary artery bypass grafting

   35 citations · 2016

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