Antonio Ruffo
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Antonio Ruffo is a urological surgeon whose research focuses on the rehabilitation of erectile dysfunction (ED) following radical prostatectomy, particularly in the challenging context of non-nerve-sparing procedures. His major contribution lies in evaluating the efficacy of topical alprostadil (Vitaros®) as a non-invasive treatment option for post-surgical ED, a critical area where penile rehabilitation protocols are still evolving. In his most cited work, a 2017 study with 7 citations, Ruffo enrolled 74 patients under 75 years of age who had undergone non-nerve-sparing robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP), demonstrating that topical alprostadil can play a viable role in restoring erectile function even when nerve preservation is not possible. This research is particularly impactful because it addresses a patient population with limited treatment options, offering a less invasive alternative to intracavernosal injections. Ruffo’s work contributes to the broader goal of improving quality of life for prostate cancer survivors, highlighting the importance of tailored rehabilitation strategies in urological oncology.
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