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About
Dr. Xeng Inn Fam is a pioneering robotic surgeon whose work has fundamentally advanced the surgical management of complex urologic cancers, particularly those involving the inferior vena cava (IVC). His primary research focuses on developing and validating minimally invasive techniques for renal cell carcinoma with tumor thrombus, a condition traditionally requiring highly morbid open surgery. Dr. Fam’s most impactful contribution is his multi-institutional analysis of robot-assisted cavectomy versus thrombectomy for Level II IVC thrombus (54 citations), which established a critical decision-making framework for surgeons. He further revolutionized the field by demonstrating the safety of a robotic intrapericardial control technique for Level IV thrombus (16 citations), a method that avoids the severe risks of cardiopulmonary bypass. Beyond vascular oncology, Dr. Fam has advanced the treatment of recurrent ureteropelvic junction obstruction and testicular cancer, showing that robotic pyeloplasty and retroperitoneal lymph node dissection offer superior outcomes compared to traditional laparoscopic approaches. His most recent work introduces virtual-reality vascular endoscopy to precisely identify IVC wall invasion, pushing the boundaries of preoperative planning. Through these innovations, Dr. Fam has significantly reduced surgical morbidity while expanding the scope of what is achievable robotically.
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