Pierre Conort

Pitié-Salpêtrière Hospital, Sorbonne Université

Papers

Total Citations

230

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About

Pierre Conort is a distinguished urological surgeon whose research has significantly advanced the field of minimally invasive stone surgery and upper tract reconstruction. His seminal work, "Training in Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy—A Critical Review" (2008), with 222 citations, remains a cornerstone reference for understanding the learning curve, safety protocols, and structured training pathways necessary for mastering PCNL. This critical review has shaped how residency programs and practicing urologists approach complex kidney stone management, directly influencing patient safety and surgical outcomes. Dr. Conort also contributed pioneering evidence on robotic-assisted techniques, notably through his study on robot-assisted laparoscopic pyeloplasty for ureteropelvic junction obstruction. His single-center experience demonstrated promising functional outcomes, helping to validate robotic surgery as a reliable, minimally invasive alternative to traditional open or laparoscopic approaches. By bridging the gap between established percutaneous techniques and emerging robotic platforms, Dr. Conort’s work has guided a generation of urologists toward safer, more effective surgical care. His research continues to inform best practices in endourology and robotic surgery worldwide.