Scott K. Swanson

Papers

Total Citations

H-Index

About

Scott K. Swanson is a urologic surgeon and researcher whose work has focused on advancing minimally invasive surgical techniques, particularly robot-assisted procedures for prostate and bladder cancers. His major contributions center on evaluating the safety and efficacy of robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP) in complex patient populations. Notably, his 2008 study, which has garnered 30 citations, demonstrated that a history of previous surgery or radiation to the prostate does not significantly alter perioperative outcomes after the initial learning curve for RARP—a finding that has helped expand surgical options for patients with prior pelvic treatments. Swanson also investigated the impact of age on surgical outcomes, showing in a 2011 study that older age does not increase perioperative complications after RARP, thereby supporting the use of robotic surgery in elderly patients. Additionally, his collaborative work comparing open and robot-assisted radical cystectomy contributed to the growing evidence for robotic approaches in bladder cancer surgery. Through these studies, Swanson has helped validate the safety and broader applicability of robotic urologic oncology, influencing clinical practice and patient selection criteria.