Rosanne van der Roest
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Rosanne van der Roest is a leading urological researcher whose work centers on improving functional outcomes after robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP) for prostate cancer. Her primary research areas include preoperative anatomical prediction, intraoperative surgical technique (specifically fascia preservation), and postoperative continence recovery. Van der Roest’s major contribution lies in demonstrating that quantitative assessment of fascia preservation, combined with MRI-based measurements of the membranous urethral length and inner levator distance, significantly enhances the prediction of continence outcomes. Her landmark 2017 study (41 citations) provided surgeons with a novel, evidence-based framework for tailoring nerve-sparing approaches to individual pelvic anatomy. In a related 2017 paper (26 citations), she further showed that patterns of benign prostatic hyperplasia visible on MRI correlate with both lower urinary tract symptoms and post-surgical continence, offering a more holistic view of patient risk. By integrating advanced imaging with intraoperative decision-making, van der Roest has helped shift the field toward personalized, anatomy-driven surgery that minimizes urinary side effects without compromising oncologic control. Her work is essential reading for urologists and researchers seeking to optimize quality of life after prostate cancer treatment.
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