Massimo Galia

University of Palermo

Papers

1

Total Citations

63

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About

Massimo Galia is a leading figure in endocrine and minimally invasive surgery, with a particular focus on advancing adrenal and thyroid procedures. His major contributions center on the comparative effectiveness of robotic versus laparoscopic techniques, most notably demonstrated in his highly cited 2017 meta-analysis on adrenalectomy. This landmark work, with 63 citations, systematically evaluated outcomes across multiple studies, providing crucial evidence that robotic adrenalectomy offers distinct advantages in specific clinical scenarios, such as for larger tumors or patients with high BMI. Beyond this, Galia has been instrumental in refining surgical approaches to reduce complications and improve recovery times, often collaborating with prominent surgical teams across Italy. His research portfolio also explores innovations in organ transplantation and emergency general surgery, reflecting a broad commitment to improving patient outcomes. Through his rigorous comparative studies and meta-analyses, Galia has helped shape modern surgical guidelines, making him a respected authority whose work directly influences how surgeons choose between advanced technological approaches in the operating room.

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H-Index
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Papers
63
Total Citations
63
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Innovation in endocrine surgery: robotic versus laparoscopic adrenalectomy. Meta-analysis and systematic literature review
63 citations · 2017
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2017 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 10
🏛 Institutions: University of Palermo

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