Xavier H.A. Keuter

Maastricht University

Papers

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Total Citations

194

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About

Dr. Xavier H.A. Keuter is a pioneering surgeon whose work sits at the intersection of microsurgery and robotics, fundamentally reshaping the treatment of lymphedema. His primary research focuses on supermicrosurgery—the delicate art of connecting vessels as small as 0.3 mm—and the development of dedicated robotic platforms to overcome the natural limits of human dexterity. His landmark contribution is the first-in-human randomized pilot trial of robotic supermicrosurgery for breast cancer-related lymphedema, a study that has garnered 194 citations and demonstrated the feasibility of using a dedicated microsurgical robot to perform these intricate anastomoses. This work not only offers new hope to patients suffering from a debilitating condition but also establishes a new standard for precision in reconstructive surgery. Dr. Keuter’s research is a testament to how technology can expand the boundaries of what is surgically possible, making him a leading figure in the field of robotic microsurgery and a key innovator in the fight against lymphedema.

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Papers
194
Total Citations
194
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🏆 Most Cited Paper
First-in-human robotic supermicrosurgery using a dedicated microsurgical robot for treating breast cancer-related lymphedema: a randomized pilot trial
194 citations · 2020
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2020 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 15
🏛 Institutions: Maastricht University

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