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Luc De Baerdemaeker is a leading researcher in anaesthesiology and perioperative medicine, with a focused expertise in ventilatory management during minimally invasive surgery. His work critically addresses the intersection of robotic-assisted surgery (RAS) and postoperative pulmonary complications (PPCs), a key safety concern as RAS adoption grows. His most cited paper (2025, 11 citations) provides a landmark comparison of PPC incidence between conventional laparoscopic surgery (CLS) and RAS, revealing that patients undergoing RAS face a higher risk of pulmonary complications—a finding with direct implications for surgical planning and anaesthetic protocols. To further this investigation, he designed and leads the AVATaR study (2018, 6 citations), an international multicenter observational initiative that systematically assesses ventilatory management during general anaesthesia for robotic surgery. By examining how pneumoperitoneum and the Trendelenburg position alter respiratory mechanics, De Baerdemaeker’s work is shaping evidence-based guidelines to mitigate PPC risk. His contributions are vital for improving patient safety in the rapidly expanding field of robotic surgery, making him a key voice in perioperative respiratory care.