Rogier M. P. H. Crolla
Amphia Ziekenhuis, Dutch Cancer Society, Université de Montpellier
Papers
19
Total Citations
250
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About
Rogier M. P. H. Crolla is a leading colorectal surgeon whose research focuses on advancing minimally invasive surgical techniques for rectal and colon cancer, with a particular emphasis on robotic-assisted and transanal total mesorectal excision (TME). His major contributions include landmark comparative studies that evaluate short-term outcomes, oncologic results, and functional outcomes across laparoscopic, robot-assisted, and transanal approaches. His 2021 propensity score-matched cohort study, with 57 citations, demonstrated that robotic and transanal TME may offer advantages over conventional laparoscopy in reducing conversion rates and morbidity. Crolla has also pioneered work on the learning curve for robotic TME, providing evidence-based benchmarks for safe implementation, and has assessed the feasibility of robotic resection for complex T4b tumors. His research extends to functional outcomes and quality of life, as shown in his 2024 systematic review and meta-analysis (16 citations). Nationally, he has led implementation studies in the Netherlands, tracking the uptake of robotic surgery for both rectal and colon cancer. With over 220 total citations, Crolla’s work is instrumental in shaping evidence-based guidelines for minimally invasive colorectal surgery, helping surgeons worldwide adopt and refine robotic techniques.
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- 8Uptake of robot-assisted colon cancer surgery in the Netherlands11 citations · 2023
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