J.P.A. Van Basten
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About
J.P.A. Van Basten is a leading urologic surgeon and researcher whose work centers on improving surgical precision and outcomes in prostate cancer care, particularly through robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP). His major contributions lie in understanding the delicate balance between nerve-sparing techniques and oncologic safety. In his most cited work (55 citations), he demonstrated that nerve sparing during RARP significantly increases the risk of ipsilateral positive surgical margins, challenging conventional assumptions and urging surgeons to weigh functional preservation against complete cancer resection. Van Basten has also advanced preoperative risk stratification by developing and externally validating nomograms that incorporate MRI features to predict side-specific extraprostatic extension—tools that help tailor surgical planning to individual patients. His research extends beyond technical skill to nontechnical performance, as seen in his multicenter study comparing teamwork and communication in robot-assisted versus open cystectomy. Through these contributions, Van Basten has helped shape safer, more personalized surgical approaches in urologic oncology, with his work cited by peers seeking to optimize both oncologic and functional outcomes.
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