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About
Wael Khoder is a pioneering urologic surgeon whose research centers on advancing minimally invasive surgical techniques, particularly robotic-assisted and laparoscopic procedures for complex kidney and urinary tract conditions. His most impactful work includes the landmark OpeRa trial, the first prospective, randomized, multicenter study to compare robotic-assisted partial nephrectomy (RAPN) directly with open surgery for intermediate/high-complexity kidney tumors, demonstrating RAPN's superiority in reducing 30-day postoperative complications. Khoder has also made foundational contributions to laser surgery in nephrectomy, systematically characterizing the tissue effects of six laser wavelengths to optimize cutting and coagulation for partial kidney resections—work that has garnered 32 citations and informed surgical tool development. His expertise extends to challenging reconstructive cases, including innovative robotic re-pyeloplasty in horseshoe kidneys and the safe management of renal cell carcinoma during pregnancy, as documented in a notable case report. With over 90 cumulative citations across his most-cited works, Khoder’s research bridges rigorous clinical trials and novel technical solutions, establishing him as a leader in evidence-based, patient-centered urologic oncology and robotic surgery.
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