Ming-Ru Lee
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About
Ming-Ru Lee is a pioneering urologic surgeon whose research focuses on advancing minimally invasive techniques for prostate cancer treatment, particularly through robotic laparoendoscopic single-site (LESS) surgery. His major contributions center on refining the da Vinci Single-Site platform to reduce surgical morbidity and improve cosmetic outcomes in radical prostatectomy. In his 2021 study, Lee demonstrated the feasibility of an extraperitoneal robotic LESS plus one-port approach, addressing key limitations of the single-port system while maintaining oncologic efficacy—work that has garnered 8 citations and informed current surgical practice. His 2023 cumulative sum analysis of the learning curve for robot-assisted LESS prostatectomy (2 citations) provides critical benchmarks for surgeons adopting this complex technique, helping to minimize unnecessary complications and shorten hospital stays. By systematically evaluating skill acquisition, Lee’s research empowers surgeons to safely transition to less invasive procedures. His work stands at the intersection of surgical innovation and practical implementation, offering a roadmap for integrating advanced robotics into routine care while prioritizing patient recovery and quality of life.
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