Praveen Kumar Gopi

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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About

Dr. Praveen Kumar Gopi is a leading urological surgeon and researcher whose work centers on advancing minimally invasive surgical techniques for kidney stone disease. His primary research areas include robotic flexible ureteroscopy (RFURS), surgical ergonomics, and the comparative efficacy of modern stone management technologies. Dr. Gopi’s major contribution is his landmark systematic review and meta-analysis on RFURS, which rigorously evaluated surgical outcomes, safety profiles, and ergonomic benefits compared to conventional flexible ureteroscopy. This work, published in 2025 and already garnering 4 citations, provides critical evidence that robotic assistance can reduce surgeon fatigue and improve procedural precision during prolonged renal stone treatments. By systematically analyzing data from multiple studies, he has helped establish RFURS as a viable, less physically demanding alternative for complex nephrolithiasis cases. His research directly addresses the growing concern of occupational strain among endourologists, offering data-driven solutions to enhance both patient safety and surgeon well-being. Dr. Gopi’s findings are shaping clinical guidelines and inspiring further innovation in robotic urology, making him a key voice in the evolution of stone surgery.

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🏆 Most Cited Paper
Robotic Flexible Ureteroscopy: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Surgical Efficacy, Safety and Ergonomic Outcomes
4 citations · 2025
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2025 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 7
🏛 Institutions: Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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