OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The median citation count of Minimally Invasive Therapy & Allied Technologies is 1. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2020-10-01 to 2024-10-01.)

Article	Citations
Endometrial polyps: diagnosis and treatment options – a review of literature	26
Robotic surgery in gynecology: is the future already here?	20
Uterine rupture in pregnancy after hysteroscopic septum resection: a 20-year retrospective analysis	16
Comparison of the CytoSorb ^® 300 mL and Jafron HA380 hemoadsorption devices: an in vitro study	15
Office hysteroscopic metroplasty with diode laser for septate uterus: a multicenter cohort study	15
Comparison of vNOTES technique with conventional laparoscopy in gynecological emergency cases	13
Repeat hepatic resection VS radiofrequency ablation for the treatment of recurrent hepatocellular carcinoma: an updated meta-analysis	12
Lymphadenectomy in endometrial cancer – achieving more with less?	12
Does ureteral access sheath affect the outcomes of retrograde intrarenal surgery: a prospective study	12
Robotic endoscopic submucosal dissection and full-thickness excision for laterally spreading tumors of the rectum	10
COVID-19 transmission in surgical smoke during laparoscopy and open surgery: a systematic review	10
Improving pre-bariatric surgery diagnosis of hiatal hernia using machine learning models	9
Endobag use in laparoscopic gynecological surgeries: a systematic review	9
Robotic inguinal hernia repair with the new Hugo RAS ^TM system: first worldwide case series report	9
Telemetric capsule-based upper gastrointestinal tract – blood detection – first multicentric experience	9
An updated meta-analysis of partial splenic embolization versus splenectomy in the treatment of hypersplenism due to cirrhosis	8
A systematic review and meta-analysis of endoscopic mucosal resection vs endoscopic submucosal dissection for colorectal sessile/non-polypoid lesions	8
Outcomes of conventional and advanced energy devices in laparoscopic surgery: a systematic review	8
Intragastric balloon	8
Role of fluorescence imaging for intraoperative intestinal assessment in gynecological surgery: a systematic review	8
Fluorescence-guided nodal navigation during colectomy for colorectal cancer	7
Classification systems of Asherman’s syndrome. An old problem with new directions	7
Comparison between the widely used magnetically controlled capsule gastroscopy and conventional gastroscopy: a meta-analysis	7
Mini-laparoscopic pyeloplasty to treat UPJO in infants	7
A critical review of the safety of minimally invasive surgery in the era of COVID-19	7

Outcome of prophylactic endoscopic vacuum therapy for high-risk anastomosis after esophagectomy	7
Uterine fibroids morcellation: a puzzle topic	7
Near infrared fluorescence imaging of the urethra: a systematic review of the literature	6
Bilateral stenting for hilar biliary obstruction: a meta-analysis of side-by-side versus stent-in-stent	6
Long-term outcomes of over-the-scope clip for refractory gastrointestinal diseases	6
Validation of standardized training system for robot-assisted radical prostatectomy: comparison of perioperative and surgical outcomes between experienced surgeons and novice surgeons at a low-volume	6
Hysteroscopic endometrial biopsy: from indications to instrumentation and techniques. A call to action	6
Assessment of tissue damage from mosquito-inspired surgical needle	6
Is color Doppler ultrasonography reliable in diagnosing adnexal torsion? A large cohort analysis	5
Design and performance evaluation of a powered stapler for gastrointestinal anastomosis	5
Reproductive outcomes after expectant and surgical management for tubal pregnancy: a retrospective study	5
Single/reduced port surgery vs. conventional laparoscopic gastrectomy: systematic review and meta-analysis	5
Novel diagnostic approaches to intrauterine neoplasm in fertile age: sonography and hysteroscopy	5
Lymphatic flow mapping during colon cancer surgery using indocyanine green fluorescence imaging	4
Procedure-based assessment for laparoscopic cholecystectomy can replace global rating scales	4
Actuation technologies for magnetically guided catheters	4
Mechanism underlying lens fogging and its countermeasure in laparoscopic surgery	4
Omnidirectional camera and head-mount display contribute to the safety of laparoscopic surgery	4
Hysteroscopic treatments for endometrial malignancies and premalignancies: state of the art	4
Robot-assisted magnetic capsule endoscopy; navigating colorectal inclinations	4
Is it possible to continue academic teaching in surgery during the COVID pandemic era?	4
Preoperative computed tomography-guided localization for lung nodules: localization needle versus coil	4
Fluorescence cholangiography for laparoscopic cholecystectomy: how, when, and why? A single-center preliminary study	4
COVID 19 pandemic and minimally invasive gynecology: consequences and future perspectives	4
Targeting tumor cells using magnetic nanoparticles – a feasibility study in animal models	3
Role of laparoscopic hysterectomy in cervical and endometrial cancer: a narrative review	3
The rapid development of AmboVent: a simple yet sustainable ventilation solution for use in a pandemic	3
A novel clip-on device for electromagnetic tracking in endobronchial ultrasound bronchoscopy	3
Prevention of Petersen’s hernia using jejunal mesentery fixing (Mefix)	3
A novel electrode for reducing tissue thermal damage in radiofrequency-induced intestinal anastomosis	3
Safety and efficacy of indocyanine green near-infrared fluorescent imaging-guided lymph node dissection during robotic gastrectomy for gastric cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis	3
Embolization for acute arterial bleeding: use of the triaxial system and N-butyl-2-cyanoacrylate	3
Laparoscopic instrument for female surgeons: an innovative model for endoscopic purse-string suture	3
EUS-guided gastroenterostomy for gastric outlet obstruction: a comprehensive meta-analysis	3
EVAR as a treatment option for high-risk nonagenarians with complicated abdominal aortic aneurysms	3
Surgical plume from tissue infected with human hepatitis B virus can contain viral substances	3
Percutaneous stone removal using a compliant balloon after papillary balloon dilatation	3
Efficacy and safety of CT-guided cryoablation after lipiodol marking and embolization for RCC	3
Efficacy of local hemostatic agents after endoscopic submucosal dissection: a meta-analysis	3
Lymph node mapping with ICG near-infrared fluorescence imaging: technique and results	3
Stiff coils enhance shape retention and pressure resistance in an aneurysm model even at low volume	3
Analysis of surgical outcomes and learning curve of surgical parameters for robotic hysterectomy: a comparison between multiport versus single-site	3
Hysteroscopic and ultrasonographic evaluation of ulipristal acetate treatment for symptomatic myomas in premenopausal women: a prospective study	3
Preoperative computed tomography-guided localization for multiple lung nodules: a Meta-analysis	2
Design and pre-clinical evaluation of a folding magnetic anastomosis device for minimally invasive surgery	2
Diode laser use in hysteroscopic surgery: current status and future perspectives	2
Angular needle tracker and stabilizer for image-guided interventions	2
The impact of Covid-19 on simulation-based learning of gynecology and obstetrics skills	2
Dual trocar laparoscopy improves reduced-port surgery of the distal pancreas	2
Favorable outcomes of transabdominal compared with transinguinal preperitoneal inguinal hernia repair	2

Transarterial embolization with hepatectomy for ruptured hepatocellular carcinoma: a meta-analysis	2
Office intrauterine morcellation for retained products of conception	2
An evaluation of the use of double-curved endoscopes for gastric gastrointestinal stromal tumors	2
Research and development of anti-maceration laparoscopic surgical cotton swabs	2
Image-guided laparoscopic cholecystectomy using indocyanine green fluorescence cholangiography: what is the optimal time of administration?	2
Minimizing thermal damage using self-cooling jaws for radiofrequency intestinal tissue fusion	2
The stability of a novel synthetic peptide-type hemostatic material under digestive enzyme	2
TACE with portal vein radioactive seeds for HCC with portal vein tumor thrombus: a meta-analysis	2
Percutaneous recanalization in hepatic vein-type Budd-Chiari syndrome: hepatic or accessory hepatic vein	2
Fertility-sparing approach for endometrial cancer: the role of office hysteroscopy	2
Total vNOTES hysterectomy versus conventional total laparoscopic hysterectomy in virgin transgender men	1
Sepsis following hysteroscopic myomectomy	1
Safety margin for CT- and US-guided radiofrequency ablation after TACE of HCC in the hepatic dome	1
Needle-based confocal laser endomicroscopy for diagnosis of pancreatic cystic lesions: a meta-analysis	1
Efficacy and safety of over-the-scope clips for colorectal leaks and fistulas: a pooled analysis	1
A new scope warmer/cleaner for laparoscopic surgery: a disposable hot pack	1
I-125 seeds insertion with TACE for advanced HCC: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials	1
Acetazolamide enhanced drug-eluting beads: manipulating the hepatocellular carcinoma microenvironment	1
The compatibility experiment: which microcoils are not suitable for which microcatheters?	1
Prediction of infective complications after retrograde intra renal surgery using Machine learning	1
The effectiveness of augmented reality assisted technology on LPN: a systematic review and meta-analysis	1
Laparoscopic prostatectomy with complete urethral reconstruction for sexually active BPH patients	1
Current ‘robotic surgery’: a real breakthrough or a misleading definition of laparoscopy with remote control of mechatronic instrumentation?	1
Transanal endoscopic microsurgical submucosal dissection: Are there advantages over conventional ESD?	1
Laparoscopic and robotic surgery for colorectal cancer in older patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis	1
Hysteroscopic findings after laparoscopic and open myomectomy with or without uterine cavity breach: historical cohort study	1
Laparoscopic versus vaginal native tissue repair in combination with pectopexy. Sub-analysis from an international, prospective, and multi-centre study: short term results	1
A feasibility study of percutaneous transhepatic gallbladder filling (PTGBF) in a swine model	1
A meta-analysis: laparoscopic versus open liver resection for large hepatocellular carcinoma	1
The potential of a polyglycolic acid sheet for preventing intrathoracic sleeve migration	1
Influence of uterine manipulator use on the incidence of lymphovascular propagation in the treatment of endometrial cancer	1
Robotic versus laparoscopic surgery for colorectal cancer in older patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis	1
Perioperative proximal splenic artery embolization in cirrhotic patients with splenomegaly	1
Sutureless energy-based wound closure: a step in the quest for trocar site hernia prevention	1
Laparoscopic right colectomy: correct technique based on key anatomical principles	1
A case of maxillary cancer treated by intra-arterial therapy using a steerable microcatheter	1
External validation of Modified Seoul National University Renal Stone Complexity Score to predict outcome and complications of retrograde intrarenal surgery: a RIRSearch Group study	1
Complete vs partial fundoplication: a laboratory measurement of functionality and effectiveness	1
Comparison of clamping strategies in minimally invasive partial nephrectomy for cT1 tumors	1
A study on safe forceps grip force for the intestinal tract using haptic technology	1
Clinical application of novel integrated suctioning semi-rigid ureteroscopic lithotripsy	1
A convolutional neural network for bleeding detection in capsule endoscopy using real clinical data	1
Quality of life and sexuality of postmenopausal women with intrauterine pathologies: a recommended three-step multidisciplinary approach focusing on the role of hysteroscopy	1
Laparoscopic Heller-Dor myotomy in elderly achalasia patients: a single center experience with PSM analysis	1
Laparoscopic intracorporeal ileal ureter replacement: multi-institutional data from 102 patients	1
Mini-PCNL with a vacuum-assisted access sheath for renal calculi with pyonephrosis in the second stage	1
A novel Joint-Net model for recognizing small-bowel polyp images	1
Alternative intraoperative optical imaging modalities for fluorescence angiography in gastrointestinal surgery: spectral imaging and imaging photoplethysmography	1
Hystero-salpingo scintigraphy for fallopian tubal patency assessment: results from a prospective study	1
Comparison of RLP and PCNL for large pelvis calculi with CKD	1
Is intraoperative ultrasonography necessary in laparoscopic partial nephrectomy for exophytic tumours?	1
Wafer paper and ring-mounted polyglycolic acid sheet method for shielding artificial gastric floor	1