Matthew J. Belanger
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Matthew J. Belanger is a clinical researcher focused on improving surgical outcomes in urologic oncology, with a particular emphasis on venous thromboembolism (VTE) risk assessment. His work centers on validating and refining the Caprini score—a widely used risk stratification tool—specifically for patients undergoing robotic-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP). In his most-cited study (2020, 11 citations), Belanger demonstrated that the Caprini score independently predicts VTE events in this population and identified optimal clinical cut-points for intervention. Earlier work (2017, 3 citations) established the foundational link between Caprini scores and thromboembolic complications in robotic prostate surgery. By tailoring a general risk model to a specific, high-volume procedure, Belanger’s research helps clinicians better identify at-risk patients and implement targeted prophylaxis. His contributions bridge the gap between broad risk assessment tools and procedure-specific precision, offering practical guidance for perioperative care. For students and researchers in urology and surgical safety, Belanger’s work exemplifies how focused validation studies can translate established metrics into actionable, patient-centered protocols.
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