Peter Dekuyper
Papers
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Total Citations
93
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About
Dr. Peter Dekuyper is a leading urological surgeon and researcher whose work centers on advancing robotic-assisted surgery for prostate and kidney cancers. His major contributions lie in refining surgical techniques and developing predictive tools to improve patient outcomes. Notably, he co-developed the RPN (Radius, Position, iNvasion) nephrometry scoring system, the first classification specifically designed to assess surgical difficulty for robotic partial nephrectomy, addressing a critical gap in existing tools. His research on prostate cancer includes the creation and external validation of nomograms to predict adverse pathology and lymph node invasion after robotic prostatectomy, with studies involving large, multi-institutional Belgian cohorts (each garnering 11–19 citations). Dr. Dekuyper has also pioneered minimally invasive repairs for parastomal hernias and explored the use of intra-arterial renal hypothermia during complex partial nephrectomies. His work on patient enrollment trends and functional outcomes after robotic prostatectomy provides valuable insights into real-world practice. With a portfolio of highly cited papers and a focus on practical, evidence-based innovations, Dr. Dekuyper is a key figure in shaping the future of robotic urologic oncology.
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