Sara M. Maskal
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Sara M. Maskal is a leading researcher in the field of minimally invasive abdominal wall surgery, with a primary focus on robotic hernia repair and reconstruction. Her work centers on comparing surgical techniques to optimize patient outcomes, particularly through randomized clinical trials. Maskal’s major contribution is the REVEAL trial, which evaluated robotic enhanced-view totally extraperitoneal (eTEP) versus intraperitoneal onlay mesh (rIPOM) for ventral hernias. Her 2023 publication on this study, with 19 citations, provides critical 1-year exploratory outcomes, demonstrating comparable patient-reported results between the two approaches—a finding that informs surgical decision-making for small- to medium-sized hernias. Additionally, her 2023 review on the role of robotics in abdominal wall reconstruction, cited 4 times, synthesizes advances in this rapidly evolving field. Maskal’s work is notable for its rigorous methodology and direct clinical applicability, helping surgeons refine robotic techniques to improve recovery and long-term outcomes. Her research is essential reading for surgeons and trainees interested in evidence-based hernia repair and the integration of robotic technology into abdominal wall surgery.
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- 2The Role of Robotics in Abdominal Wall Reconstruction4 citations · 2023