Papers
19
Total Citations
248
H-Index
10
About
Afag Aghayeva is a pioneering colorectal surgeon whose research focuses on advancing robotic and minimally invasive surgical techniques for colorectal cancer and hernia repair. Her major contributions center on comparing the efficacy of different robotic platforms—such as the da Vinci Xi versus Si—and demonstrating that the newer Xi system offers superior perioperative outcomes in rectal cancer surgery. She has also systematically evaluated learning curves for robotic procedures, including sphincter-saving rectal cancer surgery and transabdominal preperitoneal inguinal hernia repair, providing critical benchmarks for surgical training and adoption. Her work on robotic complete mesocolic excision for right-sided colon cancer and the "top down no-touch" technique has refined oncologic precision, while her studies on totally robotic restorative proctocolectomy for ulcerative colitis showcase innovative applications. With over 200 citations across her top ten papers, including influential comparisons of laparoscopic versus robotic approaches, Aghayeva’s research has shaped best practices in robotic colorectal surgery. Her nationwide analysis of robotic technology adoption in Turkey further highlights her role in guiding surgical policy and technology integration.
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- 3Robotic complete mesocolic excision for right-sided colon cancer25 citations · 2016
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- 6Robotic sphincter saving rectal cancer surgery: A learning curve analysis16 citations · 2020
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- 9Robotic Complete Mesocolic Excision for Splenic Flexure of Colon Cancer12 citations · 2016
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