Caroline S. Verbeke
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Caroline S. Verbeke is a leading figure in pancreatic surgery, whose work has fundamentally shaped the debate around minimally invasive approaches for pancreatic cancer. Her research focuses on the oncological safety and technical feasibility of minimally invasive distal pancreatectomy (MIDP) compared to traditional open surgery. Her most impactful contribution is the landmark DIPLOMA trial, an international randomised non-inferiority study published in 2023 (121 citations), which directly addressed critical concerns about the oncological safety of MIDP for resectable pancreatic cancer. This trial, alongside its detailed study protocol (38 citations), provided the first high-level evidence comparing survival outcomes and surgical quality between the two approaches. Dr. Verbeke’s work has been instrumental in moving the field beyond feasibility studies toward rigorous, evidence-based surgical practice. Her research not only clarifies the role of minimally invasive techniques for pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma but also sets a new standard for trial design in surgical oncology, influencing how future studies evaluate complex cancer procedures.
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