Papers
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Total Citations
969
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About
Sandhya Rao is a pioneering urologic surgeon whose research has fundamentally shaped the field of robotic prostatectomy, with a focus on optimizing both oncologic control and post-surgical quality of life. Her work centers on innovative surgical techniques to achieve early urinary continence and preserve sexual function. Rao's most impactful contribution is the development and validation of the "anatomic restoration technique" and the "total reconstruction of the vesico-urethral junction," which dramatically improved continence outcomes for men undergoing robotic prostatectomy (165 and 214 citations, respectively). She has also made seminal contributions to understanding nerve-sparing approaches, demonstrating that meticulous preservation of neurovascular tissue can preserve orgasmic function in most men (50 citations). Her research further extends to refining surgical tools, such as a catheter-less robotic prostatectomy device (48 citations), and establishing the predictive correlation between the International Index of Erectile Function and the Sexual Health Inventory for Men (70 citations). With over 1,000 total citations across her most-cited works, Rao's legacy is defined by her relentless pursuit of surgical precision and patient-centered outcomes, making her a leading authority in robotic urologic oncology.
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- 1Total reconstruction of the vesico‐urethral junction214 citations · 2008
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