Wendell H. Williams

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Papers

2

Total Citations

37

H-Index

2

About

Wendell H. Williams is a clinical researcher whose work focuses on the intersection of anesthesiology, surgical outcomes, and robotic urologic oncology. His major contributions center on improving perioperative care and identifying patient-specific factors that influence surgical complexity. In a landmark 2019 study, Williams demonstrated that reversing deep neuromuscular block with sugammadex, compared to moderate block reversal with neostigmine, significantly reduces shoulder pain in elderly patients undergoing robotic prostatectomy—a finding with direct implications for postoperative recovery protocols. This work has garnered 28 citations, underscoring its clinical relevance. More recently, his 2021 investigation into the impact of body mass index on robot-assisted radical prostatectomy revealed that increased BMI is independently associated with greater operative difficulty, as perceived by surgeons. This study, with 9 citations, provides valuable preoperative risk stratification data. Williams’ research is notable for its practical focus on optimizing anesthesia management and surgical planning, particularly in the growing field of robotic surgery. His findings help clinicians anticipate challenges and tailor care for complex patient populations, making him a respected voice in perioperative medicine and urologic oncology.

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2
H-Index
2
Papers
37
Total Citations
19
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Effect of reversal of deep neuromuscular block with sugammadex or moderate block by neostigmine on shoulder pain in elderly patients undergoing robotic prostatectomy
28 citations · 2019
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2019 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 11
🏛 Institutions: The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

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