Pranjal Modi
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Total Citations
330
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About
Pranjal Modi is a pioneering urological surgeon whose research has fundamentally advanced the field of robotic kidney transplantation and minimally invasive urological procedures. His most celebrated contribution — the development of the Vattikuti Urology Institute–Medanta technique for robotic kidney transplantation with regional hypothermia — garnered 193 citations and established a reproducible, standardized framework during the critical IDEAL Phase 2a evaluation period. Modi further strengthened the evidence base for this innovation by applying statistical process control methodology to prospectively monitor patient safety during the learning curve, work that attracted an additional 76 citations and demonstrated his commitment to rigorous quality assurance alongside technical innovation. His research portfolio extends to robotic-assisted repair of bladder and ureteric injuries following gynecological and obstetric trauma, pediatric robotic kidney transplantation, and the groundbreaking technique of transvaginal kidney insertion prior to robotic transplantation — achievements representing genuine world firsts. His comparative studies of open versus robotic pediatric transplantation further underscore his dedication to improving outcomes in vulnerable patient populations. Collectively, Modi's work has helped transition kidney transplantation from exclusively open surgery toward safer, minimally invasive approaches, reshaping surgical practice and influencing transplant centers worldwide.
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