About

Dr. Stefano Restaino is a pioneering gynecologic surgeon whose research centers on advancing minimally invasive surgery, particularly through the integration of robotic technologies for the treatment of endometriosis and endometrial cancer. His major contributions include landmark evaluations of the TELELAP ALF-X robotic system, demonstrating its feasibility and safety in hysterectomy and complex gynecologic procedures. He has authored highly cited systematic reviews and meta-analyses comparing robotic versus laparoscopic surgery, with his 2020 meta-analysis on endometriosis accumulating 75 citations. Dr. Restaino’s work has had substantial impact, evidenced by over 400 total citations across his top publications. Notably, he led the ROMANHY trial, a multicentric randomized study investigating the role of uterine manipulators in early-stage endometrial cancer staging, and has conducted large retrospective analyses involving more than 1,200 patients. His research also addresses surgical challenges in obese and frail populations, showcasing his commitment to improving outcomes for high-risk patients. Dr. Restaino’s contributions have helped shape contemporary guidelines and clinical decision-making in robotic gynecologic oncology.

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Total Citations
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🏆 Most Cited Paper
The new robotic TELELAP ALF-X in gynecological surgery: single-center experience
85 citations · 2015
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2015 (3 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 87
🏛 Institutions: Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Agostino Gemelli University Polyclinic, University of Trieste, University of Udine, University of Sassari, Ospedale Santa Maria della Misericordia di Udine

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