Giovanni Caprili

University of Pisa

Papers

14

Total Citations

464

H-Index

11

About

Giovanni Caprili is a leading figure in robotic colorectal surgery, with a focused expertise in minimally invasive techniques for rectal cancer and complex abdominal procedures. His major contributions center on the comparative analysis and cost-effectiveness of robotic platforms, particularly the da Vinci Xi and Si systems. Caprili’s pioneering work includes the first pilot matched-case comparison of these platforms for rectal resection, demonstrating improved technical efficiency with the Xi. His research has garnered significant attention, with his top-cited paper on robot-assisted versus laparoscopic rectal resection accumulating 75 citations, and his cost analysis studies reaching 56 citations, underscoring the economic implications of robotic surgery. Notably, he has explored advanced applications such as robotic giant hiatal hernia repair and single-site right colectomy, showcasing his versatility. Caprili’s work on sexual and urinary function outcomes after robotic total mesorectal excision highlights his commitment to patient-centered quality of life. His achievements have established him as a key voice in the adoption and optimization of robotic platforms, influencing surgical practice and resource allocation in colorectal oncology.

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14
Papers
464
Total Citations
33
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Robot-assisted versus laparoscopic rectal resection for cancer in a single surgeon’s experience: a cost analysis covering the initial 50 robotic cases with the da Vinci Si
75 citations · 2016
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2015 (5 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 33
🏛 Institutions: University of Pisa

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