Sudheer Kumar Devana
Papers
14
Total Citations
163
H-Index
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About
Dr. Sudheer Kumar Devana is a leading urologic surgeon and researcher whose work centers on advancing minimally invasive, robot-assisted surgical techniques for complex urologic conditions. His most significant contributions lie in the field of reconstructive urology, particularly for vesicovaginal fistulae (VVF). His landmark 2016 paper, "Robot-assisted vesicovaginal fistula repair: a safe and feasible technique," with 53 citations, established a new standard of care, demonstrating that robotic surgery offers a safe, effective, and minimally invasive alternative for these challenging repairs. He has since published multiple follow-up studies on complex VVF and other robotic pelvic surgeries, including Burch colposuspension and bladder paraganglioma management, collectively shaping modern surgical practice. Beyond reconstruction, Dr. Devana has made notable contributions to prostate cancer diagnostics, exploring a biopsy-free pathway using combined multi-parametric MRI and PSMA PET-CT. His research also extends to improving patient quality of life, as seen in his randomized trial comparing medications for ureteral stent symptoms. With a consistent focus on feasibility, safety, and outcomes, Dr. Devana’s work—garnering over 140 citations—has been instrumental in expanding the role of robotics in urology and refining patient care protocols.
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Top Papers
- 1Robot-assisted vesicovaginal fistula repair: a safe and feasible technique53 citations · 2016
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- 5Robotic Burch colposuspension—modified technique11 citations · 2017
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- 8Robot-assisted Vesico-vaginal Fistula Repair: A Compilation8 citations · 2018
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