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Vinod Khelge is a urologic surgeon and researcher whose work focuses on advancing minimally invasive surgical techniques for complex urinary tract reconstruction. His primary research areas include robot-assisted surgery for ureteropelvic junction obstruction (PUJO) and the application of near-infrared fluorescence (NIRF) imaging to enhance intraoperative precision. Khelge’s major contribution is his pioneering work on robot-assisted ureterocalicostomy (RAUC) for secondary PUJO in adults, a challenging condition often requiring revision surgery. In his seminal 2019 study, he reported the first use of the Da Vinci Xi system combined with NIRF imaging to perform RAUC in six patients, demonstrating the technique’s feasibility and safety. This work, cited 13 times, has provided a valuable roadmap for surgeons tackling complex upper tract obstructions. Khelge’s research underscores his commitment to improving surgical outcomes through technological innovation, and his findings have helped establish RAUC as a viable, less invasive option for patients with failed primary repairs. His contributions continue to influence the field of robotic urology, offering new hope for those with recurrent PUJO.
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