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About
Dr. Prachee Pathak is a leading urologic surgeon and researcher whose work focuses on refining robotic surgical techniques to improve functional outcomes for patients undergoing radical prostatectomy and cystectomy. Her most impactful contribution is the development of the "Hood Technique" for robotic radical prostatectomy, a novel approach that preserves periurethral anatomical structures in the Space of Retzius and spares the pouch of Douglas. This technique, detailed in her highly cited 2020 paper (153 citations), enables an early return of continence without compromising surgical margin rates—a significant advance in preserving quality of life. Dr. Pathak has also pioneered female pelvic organ-preserving robot-assisted radical cystectomy, demonstrating in a 2021 study (33 citations) that this approach can improve postoperative sexual and urinary function. Her research further extends to optimizing perioperative care, including a 2014 study (22 citations) showing that eliminating routine surgical drains after robot-assisted prostatectomy does not increase complication risk, and the UROTAP randomized trial comparing pain control methods. Through these contributions, Dr. Pathak has established herself as a key innovator in urologic oncology, consistently pushing the boundaries of what is possible with robotic surgery while prioritizing patient-centered outcomes.
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