Papers
56
Total Citations
2,714
H-Index
31
About
Humberto Laydner is a urological surgeon and researcher whose work sits at the forefront of minimally invasive and robotic urologic surgery. With a focused research portfolio spanning partial nephrectomy, adrenalectomy, simple prostatectomy, and nephroureterectomy, Laydner has made substantial contributions to defining the clinical value of robotic-assisted approaches compared to conventional laparoscopic techniques. His most celebrated work — a single-surgeon comparative analysis of 500 robotic and laparoscopic partial nephrectomies (2012, 285 citations) — stands as a landmark study in the field, offering rare, high-volume evidence on perioperative outcomes and the "trifecta" of surgical success. His systematic review and meta-analysis on robotic versus laparoscopic adrenalectomy (2013, 206 citations) further cemented his reputation as a rigorous evaluator of emerging surgical technologies. Across his top-cited publications, Laydner has consistently addressed complex clinical questions — from managing challenging renal tumors to refining renorrhaphy techniques — while emphasizing both oncologic efficacy and preservation of renal function. With over 1,100 cumulative citations across his leading works, his research has meaningfully shaped surgical practice and training in minimally invasive urology worldwide.
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- 2Robotic Versus Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis206 citations · 2013
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