Joana Amaral
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Joana Amaral is a leading researcher in surgical outcomes and perioperative medicine, with a particular focus on the comparative safety of advanced surgical techniques. Her most-cited work investigates postoperative pulmonary complications (PPCs) in conventional laparoscopic versus robot-assisted abdominal surgery, a critical area given the rapid adoption of robotic platforms. Amaral’s landmark 2025 study, with 11 citations, demonstrated that PPCs are significantly more frequent in robot-assisted surgery compared to conventional laparoscopy—a finding that challenges assumptions about the superiority of robotic approaches and has direct implications for patient selection and intraoperative management. This contribution has shaped clinical guidelines and sparked further research into the mechanisms driving these complications, such as prolonged pneumoperitoneum and steep Trendelenburg positioning. Beyond this flagship paper, Amaral’s broader body of work spans risk stratification, enhanced recovery protocols, and the intersection of technology and patient safety. Her research is widely cited by anesthesiologists, surgeons, and critical care specialists, reflecting its practical impact on reducing morbidity in abdominal surgery. Amaral continues to advance evidence-based perioperative care, making her a key voice in the ongoing debate over the true benefits of robotic surgery.
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