Leandro Savattone Pimentel

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Dr. Leandro Savattone Pimentel is a pioneering hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgeon whose work centers on advancing minimally invasive techniques for complex liver surgery, particularly in cirrhotic patients. His major contributions lie in demonstrating the feasibility and safety of total robotic approaches for high-risk procedures, most notably the Associating Liver Partition and Portal Vein Ligation for Staged Hepatectomy (ALPPS) in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) patients with cirrhosis. His landmark paper, "Total robotic ALPPS approach for hepatocellular carcinoma in cirrhotic liver" (2021, 13 citations), details the first reported cases of this technically demanding procedure, offering a less invasive alternative to traditional open surgery. This work has significant impact, as it expands surgical options for patients with limited liver function who might otherwise be deemed inoperable. Dr. Pimentel’s research is characterized by its focus on translating robotic precision into improved perioperative outcomes and oncologic efficacy. His achievements underscore a commitment to pushing the boundaries of robotic surgery, making him a notable figure in the field of hepatobiliary oncology and a key contributor to the evolution of staged hepatectomies.