Michelle C. Cleghorn
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About
Michelle C. Cleghorn is a leading researcher in colorectal surgery, with a primary focus on advancing minimally invasive techniques to improve patient outcomes. Her work centers on comparing robotic, laparoscopic, and open surgical approaches for colorectal cancer, particularly rectal cancer, and evaluating their clinical and economic impacts. Cleghorn’s most cited paper, "Comparison of clinical and economic outcomes between robotic, laparoscopic, and open rectal cancer surgery" (2015, 85 citations), provides critical early evidence from a tertiary care center, highlighting the potential benefits of robotic surgery in reducing morbidity and length of stay. Her 2016 study (37 citations) further explores perioperative morbidity, addressing the technical and ergonomic advantages of robotic systems over traditional laparoscopy, while acknowledging the need for more robust data. Additionally, her 2017 work on robotic simultaneous resection of rectal cancer and liver metastases (9 citations) demonstrates innovative approaches to treating synchronous metastases, a challenging clinical scenario. Cleghorn’s research has significantly influenced surgical decision-making, offering insights into cost-effectiveness and safety that guide both clinical practice and future studies in minimally invasive colorectal surgery.
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- 3Robotic simultaneous resection of rectal cancer and liver metastases9 citations · 2017