Pasquale Ditonno
Istituto Tumori Bari, University of Bari Aldo Moro, GTx (United States)
Papers
13
Total Citations
533
H-Index
10
About
Pasquale Ditonno is a leading urological surgeon and researcher whose work is at the forefront of robotic-assisted surgery, particularly for kidney and prostate cancers. His major contributions center on establishing the safety, efficacy, and long-term outcomes of robot-assisted partial nephrectomy (RAPN) for complex renal masses, including completely endophytic and very small tumors. Through landmark multicenter analyses and systematic reviews, Ditonno has demonstrated that RAPN offers superior outcomes compared to traditional laparoscopic and percutaneous approaches, with his 2020 meta-analysis on robot-assisted radical nephrectomy accumulating over 118 citations. His prospective, randomized trial on robotic sacrocolpopexy for pelvic organ prolapse (57 citations) further showcases his versatility in minimally invasive urology. Ditonno’s work has been instrumental in expanding the indications for robotic surgery, proving its utility even in challenging scenarios like solitary kidneys and retroperitoneal approaches. With multiple highly cited papers and a focus on evidence-based comparative outcomes, he has shaped modern urological practice, making robotic techniques the standard of care for many patients.
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