R Tana

University of Pisa

Papers

3

Total Citations

130

H-Index

3

About

R. Tana is a gynecological surgeon and clinical researcher whose work has made significant contributions to the advancement of minimally invasive and robotic surgical techniques in gynecology. Tana's research has focused primarily on robot-assisted laparoscopic procedures, with particular expertise in hysterectomy and myomectomy — two of the most commonly performed gynecological surgeries worldwide. Among Tana's most impactful contributions is a pioneering investigation into robotic single-site hysterectomy, examining its feasibility, the associated learning curve, and patient outcomes. This work, cited 79 times, has become an important reference for surgeons adopting this technically demanding approach. Complementing this, Tana's research into robot-assisted laparoscopic myomectomy (RALM) addressed critical clinical concerns, including postoperative fertility outcomes and endocrine function, as well as risks such as excessive blood loss and uterine rupture during subsequent pregnancies — a study that has garnered 48 citations and proven valuable for both surgical planning and patient counseling. Through active engagement with the academic community, including published correspondence responding to peer critique, Tana demonstrates a commitment to rigorous scientific dialogue. Overall, Tana's work has meaningfully shaped best practices in robotic gynecological surgery and continues to inform both clinical training and patient care.

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Papers
130
Total Citations
43
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Robotic single-site hysterectomy: feasibility, learning curve and surgical outcome
79 citations · 2013
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2013 (2 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 7
🏛 Institutions: University of Pisa

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