Rudy Leon De Wilde
Pius Hospital Oldenburg, Carl von Ossietzky Universität Oldenburg
Papers
6
Total Citations
46
H-Index
3
About
Rudy Leon De Wilde is a leading figure in gynecologic surgery, with a career dedicated to advancing minimally invasive techniques for complex conditions. His primary research areas encompass laparoscopic and robotic surgery, with a specific focus on endometriosis and myoma enucleation. A major contribution is his critical evaluation of surgical approaches, as seen in his highly cited work comparing laparoscopy versus laparotomy for myoma enucleation (21 citations). He has been a pivotal voice in assessing the true value of emerging technologies, notably through his influential paper "Robotic surgery – Advance or gimmick?" (14 citations), which probes the efficacy of robotic systems. De Wilde's recent work includes pioneering systematic reviews on robotic surgery for bladder endometriosis and leading international multicenter studies on robot-assisted surgery implementation in endometriosis centers. His research consistently emphasizes safety and innovation, such as his work on the "firefly mode" uterine manipulator to enhance visualization during robotic hysterectomy. With a career spanning from fundamental safety protocols to cutting-edge robotic applications, De Wilde has shaped modern gynecological practice, helping to define the role of advanced technology in improving patient outcomes.
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Top Papers
- 1Laparoscopy or laparotomy as the way of entrance in myoma enucleation21 citations · 2017
- 2Robotic surgery – Advance or gimmick?14 citations · 2013
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- 6Avoiding complications in gynecological minimal-access surgery2 citations · 2016