OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The TQCC of Surgical Innovation is 3. 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 2021-12-01 to 2025-12-01.)

Article	Citations
Cooling Effects Occur in Hepatic Microwave Ablation At Low Vascular Flow Rates and in Close Proximity to Liver Vessels – Ex Vivo	76
Barriers to Surgical Innovation Research: A Canadian Study on Public Funding Trends	49
A Method to Reduce Tension Differences in Pull/Push Manipulation for a Robot in Fluorescence Emission-Guided Surgical Microscopy	30
Letter re: Comparing Analgesic Efficacy of Different Regional Blocks After Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy	28
Eversion and Extra-Abdominal Resection Type of NOSES in Low Rectal Cancer	23
Onyx®, A New Tool for Intraoperative Localization of Liver Lesions	20
Metrics for Success in a Surgical Innovation Fellowship	19
Intraoral Coronoidectomy Modeled on Crocodile’s Death Roll: A Technical Note	19
Surgirack™: Laparoscopic Instrument Holder to Facilitate Instrument Exchange	18
A Review of Cognitive Support Systems in the Operating Room	17
Advancing Emergency Department Triage Prediction With Machine Learning to Optimize Triage for Abdominal Pain Surgery Patients	17
Operating Room Black Box (ORBB): Examining Nurses’ Perceptions in a Surgical Setting	16
Video-Assisted Telescope Operating Monitor 3D System in Microsurgical Varicocelectomy: A Preliminary Report	15
Comments on: “Early Experience With a Novel Super-Hydrophilic Laparoscopic Scope Cleaning Device and Narrative Review of Available Cleaning Strategies”	13
The Use of the Symani Surgical System® in Emergency Hand Trauma Care	12
Light-Activated Vascular Anastomosis	12
Retrograde Percutaneous Tracheostomy. Early Experience With a Cadaveric Case Report	12
Assessment of Anastomotic Viability With Spectroscopic Real-time Oxygen Saturation Measurement in a Porcine Study	12
Miracle Mix – Solution to Fill Large Bony Cavities of the Jaws	12
Clinical Study on the Thoracodorsal Artery Perforator Flap in Breast-Conserving Reconstruction of T2 Breast Cancer	11
Epigastric Ventral Hernia Repair Through Vaginal Natural Orifice Transluminal Endoscopic Surgery	10
Joseph Pancoast (1805-1882) and His Innovations in Plastic Surgery	10
The Impact of Homemade Laparoscopic Box Trainers on Medical Student Surgical Skills: A Randomized Control Pilot Study	10
Near-Infrared Spectroscopy for Continuous Noninvasive Monitoring of Free Flap in Head and Neck Reconstruction: Systematic Review of the Literature and Personal Experience	10
Au Revoir but not Goodbye	10

High-Definition 3D Exoscope in Thyroid Surgery	9
Perianastomotic pH Monitoring for Early Detection of Anastomotic Leaks in Gastrointestinal Surgery: A Systematic Review of the Literature	9
Using Pre-operative Insulin Dose to Predict Diabetes Remission After Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass and Sleeve Gastrectomy	8
Application Value of High-Quality Nursing in Operating Room in Rectal Cancer Operation and its Influence on Postoperative Rehabilitation	8
Letter re: Knotless Closure of the Cardiac Arterial Canulation Site Using Barbed Suture	8
Robotic Microsurgery in Extremity Reconstruction - Experience With a Novel Robotic System	7
New Perspectives for Pancreatic Cancer Treatment. Will We Be Able to Ensure Equity to Care?	7
Semi-Permanent Use of Indocyanine Green Latex Phantom for Fluorescence Emission	7
The Effect of Time Pressure on Surgical Skill Retention in Novices: A Randomized Controlled Trial	7
Upper Aerodigestive Tract Endoscopy Combining Rigid Laryngoscopy and Flexible Endoscopy	7
Behavioral Drivers and Observation of Face Covering Use During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Correspondence	7
Reconstruction Strategy for Upper Extremity Defects After Bone Tumor Resection Based on 3D Customized Bone Cement Mold	6
Efficacy of Unilateral External Oblique Intercostal Fascial Plane Block Versus Subcostal TAP Block in Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy: Randomized, Prospective Study	6
Ghost Ileostomy Versus Loop Ileostomy Following Oncologic Resection for Rectal Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis	6
Indocyanine Green Fluorescence–Guided Lumpectomy of Nonpalpable Breast Cancer Versus Ultrasound-Guided Excision	6
An Innovative Liver Retraction Technique Using FJ Clips Combined With Barbed Sutures in Single Port Cholecystectomy: The FJB Method	6
Fifty Shades of Red! - Utilizing Machine Learning for Estimating Blood Loss on Surgical Sponges	6
Anxiety Severity and Influencing Factors in Day Surgery Patients or Relatives in Covid-19 Normalized Prevention Phase	6
Revolutionizing Surgical Preparedness: Personalized Preoperative Planning with Digital Twins of an Organ	6
Preoperative Endoscopic Ultrasound-Guided Hepaticogastrostomy for Definite Biliary Drainage in Hilar Cholangiocarcinoma Laparoscopic Resection: A Hybrid Minimal-Invasive Technique	6
Edward Hickling Bradford (1848-1926): The Founder of Pediatric Orthopedics in America	6
Automated Bone Cancer Detection Using Deep Learning on X-Ray Images	5
First Experience with the NPseal®: A Novel Mechanically Powered Negative Pressure Dressing Applied to Colorectal Surgery Wounds	5
Comparative Evaluation of Laparoscopic Origami Crane Training With 3D and 2D Laparoscopy: Correlation With Fundamentals of Laparoscopic Surgery Scores	5
The Implementation of Data-Driven Assessment into Laparoscopic Skills Training: A Systematic Review	5
Comparative Performance Analysis of AI Engines in Answering American Board of Surgery In-Training Examination Questions: A Multi-Subspecialty Evaluation	5
The Association of Vitamin D3 With Early Anastomotic Leakage in Patients Undergoing Hemicolectomy Surgery	5
Adjustment of the Length Variation With Wire-driven Using the Stand Looper Tension Technique for Surgical Robot Applications	5
Enabling Robotic Capsule Endoscopy Through Effective in-Body Capsule Localization	5
A First Reported Adjustable Breast Volume Simulator for Teaching Oncoplastic Surgery Marking: Adjustable Breast Oncoplastic Surgery Simulator	5
Improving Enhanced Recovery after Surgery (ERAS): The Effect of a Patient-Centred Mobile Application and an Activity Tracker on Patient Engagement in Colorectal Surgery	5
Minimally Invasive Surgery Fellowship: What is it Good for?	5
Enhancing Bone Cancer Diagnosis Through Image Extraction and Machine Learning: A State-of-the-Art Approach	5
Early Experience With a Novel Super-Hydrophilic Laparoscopic Scope Cleaning Device and Narrative Review of Available Cleaning Strategies	5
Evaluation of the Efficiency of a Joystick-Guided Robotic Scope Holder Compared to That of Human Scopists: A Prospective Trial	5
Improved Gynecomastia Surgery: Power-Assisted Liposuction With Stab-Flatten Technique Without Resection	5
A Randomized Trial of Preoperative Planning of Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion Using Cardiac Computed Tomography Angiography	5
Evolving Methods and Application of a 3D Printed Model in the Current Deep Inferior Epigastric Perforator Flap Elevation	4
Ligasure Impact™ to Reduce Complications After Abdominoplasty: A Meta-Analysis of Comparative Studies	4
Letter re: Minimal Invasive Extended Crescent Innovative Approach for Impacted Teeth in Temporomandibular Joint Ankylosis -Triumph on Perilous Task	4
Braun Anastomosis: A Technique for Bile Reflux Improvement After Single Anastomosis Sleeve Ileal (SASI) Bypass; a Pilot Study	4
Evaluating Performance of Circular Staplers Using Comparative Test Methods for Evidence-Based Surgery	4
Insufflation-Free, Perianal Work Platform	4
Three-Dimensional Holographic-Guided Robotic Lung Segmentectomy for Deep Pulmonary Nodules: Technique and Initial Results	4
Building Your Future Holographic Mentor: Can We Use Mixed Reality Holograms for Visual Spatial Motor Skills Acquisition in Surgical Education?	4
Measuring Small Bowel Length in Bariatric Surgery: An Ex Vivo Laparoscopic Training Experiment	4
VolumetricOR: A New Approach to Simulate Surgical Interventions in Virtual Reality for Training and Education	4
Smart Glasses in Surgery: The Theatre and Beyond	4
Appraisal of the Current Guidelines for the Management of AIN Using the Appraisal of Guidelines Research and Evaluation II (AGREE II) Instrument	4
Design and Early Evaluation of a Device to Improve the Sharp Count Process in Operating Rooms	4

A Nomogram for Predicting Perirenal Hematoma After Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy	4
Variability of Guidelines and Disclosures for AI-Generated Content in Top Surgical Journals	4
Early Experience of Undertaking Robotic Assisted Total Mesorectal Excision in Rectal Resections, Avoiding a Diverting Stoma: Key eHancement of the Anastomosis for No Stoma Technique — A Case Series	4
Trends in Mesh Materials for Ventral Hernia Repair: A 17-Year Nationwide Registry-Based Study	4
Ray-Ban Meta: A Ray of Hope in the Operating Room (and Beyond)	4
Photodynamic Therapy for Colorectal Cancer: A Systematic Review of Clinical Research	4
Immunotherapeutic Properties of Dexmedetomidine on Pain Management and Cardiovascular Function in Videolaparoscopic Cholecystectomies: A Randomized, Two-Arm, Double-Blinded, Placebo-Controlled Trial	4
Development and Implantation of 3D Anatomically Tailored Polypropylene Mesh for Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair Designed on the Basis of CT Images (the ILAM Study)	4
Design and Performance Evaluation of a Novel Automatic Stapling Device for Knotless Barbed Suture in Laparoscopic Surgery	3
A PILOT STUDY on the Clinical and Functional Outcomes of an Improvised Technique of Core-cut Fistulectomy for Fistula-in-ano	3
Can GPT-4 Direct a New Horizon for HealthCare Academics, Scientific Writing and Research?	3
Persistent Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease After RYGB: What Shall we do Next?	3
Comparative Study of the Muyo Hook Technique and Conventional Methods for Primary Trocar Insertion in Laparoscopic Surgery	3
Novel Vaginal Cerclage Assisted Laparoscopic Cervico-Sacropexy Technique for Uterovaginal Prolapse	3
Learning Curve for Robotic Inguinal Hernia Repair With da Vinci Single-Port Robotic System	3
Use of Near Infrared Ureteral Stent Fibers for Neonatal Colorectal Operations	3
A Framework for Successful Adoption of Surgical Innovation	3
The Feasibility and Efficacy of a Novel Nano Filter in Reducing the Hazards of Surgical Smoke Exposure During Gynecological Laparoscopic Surgery	3
Telesurgery’s Evolution During the Robotic Surgery Renaissance and a Systematic Review of its Ethical Considerations	3
Evaluating the Efficacy and Safety of Robotic Versus Conventional Completion Thyroidectomy: A 10-year Experience	3
Evaluation of the Efficacy and Safety of Pedicled Perforator Flap Technique for Salvage Nipple Reconstruction in Breast Cancer Patients: A Pilot Study	3
Design of a Miniature Observation Robot for Light Emitting Diode Irradiation and Indocyanine Green Fluorescence-emission Guided Lymph Node Monitoring in Operating Rooms	3
Enhanced Recovery After Surgery in the Patients With Hepatocellular Carcinoma Undergoing Hemihepatectomy	3
Learning Surgical Skills Through Video-Based Education: A Systematic Review	3
The Reconstructive Metaverse – Collaboration in Real-Time Shared Mixed Reality Environments for Microsurgical Reconstruction	3
A Novel Isobaric (Gas-Less) Laparoscopic Surgery Device	3
Integration of Reinforcement Learning in a Virtual Robotic Surgical Simulation	3
A Universal Device to Convert a Continuous Flow Assist Device to a Pulsatile Flow Device to Simulate Normal Blood Flow and Pressure Patterns	3
Developing an Indocyanine Green Angiography Protocol for Predicting Flap Necrosis During Breast Reconstruction	3
Redefining the Role of Minimally Invasive Surgery Fellowships in the Modern Surgical Era	3
Clinical Safety and Effectiveness of COLO-BT™, an Intraluminal Fecal Diverting Device, as an Alternative to Defunctioning Ileostomy After Proctectomy	3
Coatings for Permanent Meshes Used to Enhance Healing in Abdominal Hernia Repair: A Scoping Review	3
AI in Health Care: Concern	3