Kevin R. Krause

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Total Citations

611

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About

Kevin R. Krause is a pioneering surgeon in the field of computer-enhanced and robotic-assisted surgery. His research focuses on the application of advanced surgical robotics to complex gastrointestinal and pancreatic procedures. Krause’s major contributions include performing the first known robotic resection of a pancreatic neuroendocrine tumor in 2003, a landmark case that demonstrated the feasibility of using the da Vinci surgical system for delicate pancreatic surgery. He also led early work on computer-enhanced telesurgery and comparative studies of robotic versus standard laparoscopic antireflux surgery. His most cited paper, "Robotic Resection of Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor" (205 citations), along with his work on robotic Heller myotomy for achalasia and computer-enhanced antireflux procedures, helped establish the safety and efficacy of robotic platforms in general surgery. Krause’s early case reports and clinical studies provided foundational evidence that accelerated the adoption of robotic surgery in minimally invasive gastrointestinal procedures. His work remains highly influential, with over 600 total citations, shaping the integration of computer-assisted technology into modern surgical practice.