Papers

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Total Citations

189

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About

Robert G. Ferrigni is a leading urologic surgeon whose research has significantly advanced the field of robot-assisted prostate cancer surgery. His work focuses on refining surgical techniques and improving outcomes for complex cases, particularly salvage robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (sRARP) for patients with radiation-recurrent prostate cancer. Ferrigni’s multi-institutional study on the feasibility and safety of sRARP (46 citations) demonstrated that this minimally invasive approach offers a viable option with manageable perioperative risks, challenging the historically high morbidity associated with open salvage procedures. He also pioneered robot-assisted extended pelvic lymphadenectomy for bladder cancer (44 citations), establishing benchmarks for oncologic efficacy and safety. His investigations into the optimal timing between prostate biopsy and robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (35 citations) and the impact of prior prostate treatments (30 citations) have directly informed clinical decision-making, helping surgeons minimize complications. Ferrigni’s cumulative work, including studies on surgical margins and resident training, has shaped modern urologic practice, earning him recognition as a key contributor to the evolution of robotic urologic oncology.

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H-Index
11
Papers
189
Total Citations
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🏆 Most Cited Paper
Preliminary Analysis of the Feasibility and Safety of Salvage Robot-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy After Radiation Failure: Multi-Institutional Perioperative and Short-Term Functional Outcomes
46 citations · 2011
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2011 (3 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 45
🏛 Institutions: Mayo Clinic in Arizona, WinnMed, Mayo Clinic Hospital, Mayo Clinic in Florida, Phoenix (United States)

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