Papers
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Total Citations
13
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About
Ludovico Docimo is a surgeon whose research focuses on advancing minimally invasive surgical techniques and improving outcomes for complex oncologic and gastrointestinal conditions. His work centers on pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors (pNETs), where he has made significant contributions to defining optimal surgical management. His most-cited paper, “Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumors: What Is the Best Surgical Option?” (2024, 5 citations), critically evaluates the multidisciplinary planning required for these rare pancreatic cancers, weighing approaches like enucleation and distal resection to balance oncologic control with functional preservation. Docimo has also pushed the boundaries of minimally invasive surgery, as seen in his commentary on single-site robotic cholecystectomy versus single-incision laparoscopic cholecystectomy (2020, 2 citations), and in a novel combined procedure for para-esophageal hernia repair and lobectomy for lung cancer (2022, 2 citations). This latter work demonstrates his innovative approach to preventing life-threatening complications, such as intrathoracic gastric volvulus, by addressing two pathologies in a single, minimally invasive operation. With a growing citation record, Docimo’s research is shaping best practices in surgical oncology and refining the role of advanced laparoscopy and robotics in complex patient care.
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- 1Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumors: What Is the Best Surgical Option?5 citations · 2024
- 2Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumors: What Is the Best Surgical Option?4 citations · 2024
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