Papers
7
Total Citations
88
H-Index
5
About
Sean P. Cleary is a leading hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgeon whose research focuses on advancing minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgical techniques for complex liver and colorectal cancers. His major contributions include pioneering synchronous robotic resection of colorectal cancer and liver metastases, demonstrating that simultaneous removal of both primary and metastatic tumors is feasible and safe—a paradigm shift in treating metastatic colorectal cancer. He has also established benchmark values for open major anatomic liver resections in non-cirrhotic patients, providing critical reference standards for surgical outcomes across institutions. His work on textbook outcomes for minimally invasive left lateral sectionectomy further defines quality metrics in hepatobiliary surgery. Notably, his research extends to innovative space debris control using elastic tethers, showcasing interdisciplinary engineering applications. With over 88 citations across his top papers, Cleary’s impact is evident in his systematic reviews and meta-analyses, such as evaluating caudate resection for perihilar cholangiocarcinoma. His achievements include leading multi-institutional database analyses and contributing to robotic surgical education, making him a pivotal figure in modern oncologic surgery and surgical innovation.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1Control of Space Debris Using an Elastic Tether and Wave-Based Control46 citations · 2016
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- 4Robotic simultaneous resection of rectal cancer and liver metastases9 citations · 2017
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