Niels Thomassen
Papers
5
Total Citations
1,411
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About
Niels Thomassen is a leading colorectal surgeon whose research focuses on advancing surgical techniques for rectal cancer, particularly through the comparative evaluation of robotic-assisted and conventional laparoscopic surgery. His most impactful contribution is the landmark 2017 study, "Effect of Robotic-Assisted vs Conventional Laparoscopic Surgery on Risk of Conversion to Open Laparotomy Among Patients Undergoing Resection for Rectal Cancer," which has garnered over 1,300 citations. This pivotal work, part of the international ROLARR trial, provided critical evidence on the safety and efficacy of robotic surgery, demonstrating its potential to reduce conversion rates to open laparotomy. Thomassen has also explored perioperative pain outcomes and long-term recovery after robotic resection, as well as the implementation of standardized surgical techniques to minimize complications like anastomotic leakage. His research has shaped clinical guidelines and informed surgical decision-making worldwide. Through his rigorous comparative studies and focus on procedural standardization, Thomassen continues to drive improvements in patient outcomes, making him a key figure in the evolution of minimally invasive rectal cancer surgery.
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- 2Perioperative pain after robot-assisted versus laparoscopic rectal resection49 citations · 2017
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- 5Short Term Pathology Results from the First World Wide Randomised Trial of Robotic Versus Laparoscopic Resection for Rectal Cancer (ROLARR)3 citations · 2016