Stefan Breitenstein
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Total Citations
329
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About
Stefan Breitenstein is a prominent surgical researcher whose career has been defined by a sustained and rigorous investigation into robotic-assisted and minimally invasive surgery, with a particular focus on cholecystectomy and hernia repair. His landmark 2008 study comparing robotic-assisted and laparoscopic cholecystectomy, now amassing 193 citations, established an early evidence base for evaluating the safety and cost-effectiveness of emerging robotic platforms — a question that remains clinically urgent today. Building on this foundation, Breitenstein has distinguished himself through the design and execution of randomized controlled trials, including pioneering work on single-incision techniques that together have attracted over 100 additional citations, demonstrating the methodological rigor that defines his research program. More recently, Breitenstein has turned his attention to next-generation robotic systems, leading prospective multicenter investigations into the Dexter Robotic System for both cholecystectomy and inguinal hernia repair. These studies represent the frontier of surgical innovation assessment, examining not only clinical outcomes but also surgeon stress and system implementation in real-world department settings. Across more than 15 years of scholarship, Breitenstein's work has consistently shaped how surgical communities evaluate, adopt, and critically appraise new robotic technologies in visceral surgery.
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- 1Robotic-assisted Versus Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy193 citations · 2008
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