Xianling Piao

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Total Citations

167

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About

Dr. Xianling Piao is a leading gynecologic oncologist whose research focuses on optimizing surgical outcomes for cervical cancer patients. Her most-cited work, a 2015 study with over 167 citations, critically examined recurrence patterns and survival following abdominal versus laparoscopic/robotic radical hysterectomy in early-stage cervical cancer. This landmark investigation identified key clinicopathologic prognostic factors for FIGO stage IB and IIA patients, directly informing surgical decision-making and postoperative management. Dr. Piao’s contributions have been instrumental in advancing minimally invasive surgical techniques while rigorously evaluating their oncologic safety. Her research bridges the gap between surgical innovation and evidence-based practice, helping to refine treatment protocols for women with cervical cancer. By clarifying the patterns of disease recurrence after different surgical approaches, her work has guided surgeons in selecting optimal interventions and counseling patients on prognosis. Dr. Piao’s scholarship continues to shape the field of gynecologic oncology, with her findings widely cited in clinical guidelines and subsequent trials. Her dedication to improving survival outcomes through meticulous comparative effectiveness research has established her as a respected authority in cervical cancer surgery.