Siddharth Siva

Papers

Total Citations

165

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About

Siddharth Siva is a leading figure in urologic oncology and surgical innovation, best known for his transformative work on the Vattikuti Institute Prostatectomy (VIP). His landmark 2009 paper, detailing technical modifications to this robotic-assisted laparoscopic radical prostatectomy, has garnered over 150 citations and established a global benchmark for nerve-sparing surgical technique. Beyond the operating room, Siva demonstrates a rigorous commitment to methodological precision in clinical measurement. His highly cited work on variance inflation critically assessed the propagation of error when calculating body surface area and plasma volume for prostate-specific antigen mass normalization. By revealing the cumulative variability among 11 BSA and 8 PV formulae, he provided a vital caution for researchers using these indices in drug dosing and fluid management. This dual expertise—pioneering a world-renowned surgical procedure while simultaneously sharpening the statistical tools used to evaluate its outcomes—marks Siva as a uniquely impactful contributor to evidence-based urologic practice.