Paulo Afonso Carvalho
Universidade de São Paulo, Instituto do Câncer do Estado de São Paulo
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4
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90
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About
Paulo Afonso Carvalho is a leading urologic surgeon and researcher specializing in robotic-assisted prostate cancer surgery, with a focus on optimizing functional outcomes and refining surgical techniques. His most impactful work, the 2018 study on retrograde release of the neurovascular bundle with preservation of the dorsal venous complex during robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (82 citations), represents a significant advancement in nerve-sparing surgery, demonstrating how precise anatomical preservation can improve postoperative continence and erectile function. Carvalho has also contributed to the management of recurrent prostate cancer, describing the technique for robot-assisted laparoscopic resection of local recurrences after radical prostatectomy, offering a surgical alternative to salvage radiation. His work on extended pelvic lymph node dissection provides evidence-based guidance on patient selection and surgical approach to improve staging accuracy. Beyond his technical innovations, Carvalho engages actively in academic discourse, as shown by his published reply to leading experts in the field. His research directly addresses the challenge of balancing oncologic control with quality of life, making him a key voice in the evolution of minimally invasive prostate cancer surgery.
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