Jacob Ramon

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Jacob Ramon is a urologic surgeon and researcher whose work centers on refining robot-assisted laparoscopic radical prostatectomy (RALP) to improve patient outcomes. His most-cited study, with 22 citations, demonstrated that the seniority of the surgical assistant does not significantly influence perioperative course during RALP—a finding that helps streamline surgical teams and training. He has also investigated Retzius space reconstruction following transperitoneal RALP, questioning its added value (15 citations), and examined prophylactic antibiotic use to prevent catheter-associated urinary tract infections, assessing the impact of AUA guideline changes (9 citations). Through these contributions, Ramon addresses practical, evidence-based questions in minimally invasive prostate surgery, aiming to reduce complications and optimize protocols. His work is particularly relevant for surgeons and trainees seeking to enhance the safety and efficiency of robotic procedures. By challenging assumptions about assistant experience and reconstructive techniques, Ramon provides actionable insights that shape contemporary urologic practice.

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1. 1
   Robot assisted laparoscopic radical prostatectomy: assistant’s seniority has no influence on perioperative course

   22 citations · 2016
2. 2
   Retzius space reconstruction following transperitoneal laparoscopic robot-assisted radical prostatectomy: does it have any added value?

   15 citations · 2017
3. 3
   Prophylactic antibiotic treatment following laparoscopic robot-assisted radical prostatectomy for the prevention of catheter-associated urinary tract infections: did the AUA guidelines make a difference?

   9 citations · 2016

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