Cristian Vincenzo Pultrone
University of Bologna, IRCCS Azienda Ospedliero-Universitaria di Bologna Policlinico di Sant'Orsola
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About
Dr. Cristian Vincenzo Pultrone is a leading urologic surgeon whose research focuses on advancing minimally invasive surgical techniques for prostate and kidney cancers, with a particular emphasis on robotic-assisted procedures. His most impactful work, an 87-citation study published in 2017, demonstrated how multiparametric MRI can guide nerve-sparing strategies during robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP), fundamentally improving the preservation of critical anatomical structures. Dr. Pultrone has also developed a clinical nomogram to predict trifecta outcomes—the simultaneous achievement of cancer control, renal function preservation, and complication-free recovery—in patients undergoing partial nephrectomy for localized renal masses, a contribution that has garnered 53 citations. His expertise extends to salvage lymph node dissection for recurrent prostate cancer and minimally invasive ureteral stenosis repair, with multi-institutional studies demonstrating long-term efficacy. Notably, Dr. Pultrone has published long-term oncologic outcomes from a single-institution series with over 10 years of follow-up, providing crucial evidence for the durability of RARP. His work on structured intensive modular training has also helped define the learning curve for robotic prostatectomy, directly impacting surgical education. With over 260 total citations, Dr. Pultrone’s research continues to shape clinical practice in urologic oncology.
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