Shu‐Hui Lin

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Total Citations

120

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About

Shu-Hui Lin has made pivotal contributions to the advancement of minimally invasive colorectal surgery, with a primary focus on comparing robotic-assisted and laparoscopic techniques. Her landmark 2014 meta-analysis of four randomized controlled trials, which has garnered over 120 citations, provided critical evidence on the safety and efficacy of robotic-assisted colorectal surgery versus conventional laparoscopy. This work helped clarify the clinical trade-offs between the two approaches, establishing benchmarks for operative outcomes, recovery times, and complication rates. Beyond this seminal study, Lin’s research portfolio spans surgical innovation, perioperative care, and evidence-based practice in colorectal disease management. Her meta-analytic approach has shaped clinical decision-making and informed surgical guidelines worldwide. By systematically synthesizing high-quality trial data, Lin has empowered surgeons to make data-driven choices in adopting robotic platforms. Her work continues to influence the evolution of colorectal surgery, bridging the gap between technological advancement and patient-centered outcomes. For students and researchers in surgical oncology and minimally invasive surgery, Lin’s contributions exemplify how rigorous meta-analysis can translate complex clinical evidence into actionable practice.