Papers
19
Total Citations
378
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About
Dr. Octavio Castillo is a pioneering urologic surgeon whose work has fundamentally advanced the field of minimally invasive and robotic surgery. His primary research focuses on optimizing surgical techniques for benign prostatic hyperplasia and renal malignancies, with a particular emphasis on robot-assisted simple prostatectomy (RASP). Dr. Castillo’s major contributions include developing and validating a modified urethrovesical anastomosis for RASP, a technique that has improved patient outcomes and reduced complications. His landmark multi-institutional analysis, which has garnered nearly 200 citations, provided the first robust, comparative evidence demonstrating the perioperative superiority of robotic over laparoscopic simple prostatectomy. Beyond prostate surgery, Dr. Castillo has been instrumental in expanding the applications of robotic technology, reporting the first-ever robot-assisted total pelvic exenteration for locally advanced prostate cancer—a groundbreaking achievement in surgical oncology. His work on robotic partial nephrectomy, including its application in complex cases like Wünderlich Syndrome, has further cemented his reputation as a leader in urologic innovation. With over 340 cumulative citations across his most influential papers, Dr. Castillo’s research continues to shape global surgical standards and inspire the next generation of robotic surgeons.
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- 3Robotic technologies in surgical oncology training and practice23 citations · 2011
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- 5Robotic partial nephrectomy: An initial experience in 25 consecutive cases11 citations · 2012
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