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Ralph V Clayman

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1 Successful transfer of open surgical skills to a laparoscopic environment using a robotic interface: initial experience with laparoscopic radical prostatectomy. J Urol 2003 3.93
2 Technique for laparoscopic running urethrovesical anastomosis:the single knot method. Urology 2003 2.26
3 Preoperative warming up exercises improve laparoscopic operative times in an experienced laparoscopic surgeon. J Endourol 2012 2.26
4 Comparison of hand assisted and standard laparoscopic radical nephroureterectomy for the management of localized transitional cell carcinoma. J Urol 2002 2.23
5 Initial experience with full-length metal stent to relieve malignant ureteral obstruction. J Endourol 2006 2.17
6 Long-term followup after laparoscopic radical nephrectomy. J Urol 2002 2.07
7 Evaluation of a vessel sealing system, bipolar electrosurgery, harmonic scalpel, titanium clips, endoscopic gastrointestinal anastomosis vascular staples and sutures for arterial and venous ligation in a porcine model. J Urol 2003 1.84
8 Endoscopically guided percutaneous renal access: "seeing is believing". J Endourol 2006 1.81
9 Percutaneous and laparoscopic cryoablation of small renal masses. J Urol 2008 1.80
10 Current management of urolithiasis: progress or regress? J Endourol 2002 1.74
11 Comparison of guide wires in urology. Which, when and why? J Urol 2004 1.67
12 Training, credentialing, proctoring and medicolegal risks of robotic urological surgery: recommendations of the society of urologic robotic surgeons. J Urol 2009 1.53
13 Low-dose and standard computed tomography scans yield equivalent stone measurements. Urology 2013 1.52
14 Proactive medicine: the "UCI 30," an ultrasound-based clinical initiative from the University of California, Irvine. Acad Med 2014 1.49
15 Consensus statement on natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery and single-incision laparoscopic surgery: heralding a new era in urology? Eur Urol 2008 1.48
16 Multi-institutional survey of laparoscopic ureterolysis for retroperitoneal fibrosis. Urology 2007 1.46
17 Bare naked baskets: optimizing ureteroscopic stone extraction. Urology 2002 1.41
18 Bare naked baskets: ureteroscope deflection and flow characteristics with intact and disassembled ureteroscopic nitinol stone baskets. J Urol 2002 1.40
19 Survey of residency training in laparoscopic and robotic surgery. J Urol 2006 1.39
20 Construct validity testing of a laparoscopic surgical simulator. J Am Coll Surg 2006 1.32
21 Laparoscopic partial nephrectomy for renal masses: effect of tumor location. Urology 2006 1.27
22 Robotic versus standard laparoscopic partial/wedge nephrectomy: a comparison of intraoperative and perioperative results from a single institution. J Endourol 2008 1.26
23 Laparoscopic pyeloplasty for secondary ureteropelvic junction obstruction. J Urol 2003 1.26
24 Preliminary study of virtual reality and model simulation for learning laparoscopic suturing skills. J Urol 2009 1.25
25 Comparison of flexible ureteroscopes: deflection, irrigant flow and optical characteristics. J Urol 2005 1.22
26 Characterization of intrapelvic pressure during ureteropyeloscopy with ureteral access sheaths. Urology 2003 1.22
27 What happens to hemostatic agents in contact with urine? An in vitro study. J Endourol 2005 1.19
28 Surgical treatment of renal neoplasia: evolving toward a laparoscopic standard of care. Urology 2003 1.17
29 Current trends in urologic laparoscopic surgery. J Endourol 2005 1.13
30 Fibrin glue-oxidized cellulose sandwich for laparoscopic wedge resection of small renal lesions. J Urol 2005 1.11
31 Short-term impact of a robot-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy 'mini-residency' experience on postgraduate urologists' practice patterns. Int J Med Robot 2006 1.09
32 Advances in percutaneous nephrostolithotomy. Urol Clin North Am 2007 1.07
33 4-year curriculum for urology residency training. J Urol 2007 1.05
34 Short-term impact of a laparoscopic "mini-residency" experience on postgraduate urologists' practice patterns. J Am Coll Surg 2006 1.04
35 Laparoscopic renal surgery and the risk of rhabdomyolysis: diagnosis and treatment. Urology 2005 1.04
36 Comparison of results of virtual-reality simulator and training model for basic ureteroscopy training. J Endourol 2006 1.01
37 Long-term impact of a robot assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy mini fellowship training program on postgraduate urological practice patterns. J Urol 2008 0.99
38 Role of robotics in laparoscopic urologic surgery. Urol Clin North Am 2004 0.98
39 Effect of holmium:YAG laser pulse width on lithotripsy retropulsion in vitro. J Endourol 2005 0.97
40 Laparoscopic cryoablation for small renal masses: three-year follow-up. Urology 2007 0.95
41 Impact of a double-pigtail stent on ureteral peristalsis in the porcine model: initial studies using a novel implantable magnetic sensor. J Endourol 2005 0.94
42 Effects of commonly used hemostatic agents on the porcine collecting system. J Endourol 2007 0.93
43 Retroperitoneal transdiaphragmatic robotic-assisted laparoscopic resection of a left thoracolumbar neurofibroma. JSLS 2009 0.93
44 Sealing percutaneous nephrolithotomy tracts with gelatin matrix hemostatic sealant: initial clinical use. J Urol 2004 0.92
45 Robotic revelation: laparoscopic radical prostatectomy by a nonlaparoscopic surgeon. J Am Coll Surg 2003 0.91
46 In vitro evaluation of nitinol urological retrieval coil and ureteral occlusion device: retropulsion and holmium laser fragmentation efficiency. J Urol 2008 0.91
47 Comparison of resolution, contrast, and color differentiation among fiberoptic and digital flexible cystoscopes. J Endourol 2006 0.90
48 The UCI Seldinger technique for percutaneous renal cryoablation: protecting the tract and achieving hemostasis. J Endourol 2009 0.90
49 Needle-based ablation of renal parenchyma using microwave, cryoablation, impedance- and temperature-based monopolar and bipolar radiofrequency, and liquid and gel chemoablation: laboratory studies and review of the literature. J Endourol 2004 0.90
50 Effect of single-dose subarachnoid spinal anesthesia on pain and recovery after unilateral percutaneous nephrolithotomy. J Endourol 2002 0.90
51 Laparoscopic excision of a seminal vesicle cyst in a child. J Urol 2004 0.89
52 In-vivo evaluation of flow characteristics of novel metal ureteral stent. J Endourol 2007 0.89
53 Longterm changes in creatinine clearance after laparoscopic renal surgery. J Am Coll Surg 2008 0.89
54 Coordinated multiple cadaver use for minimally invasive surgical training. JSLS 2008 0.89
55 Training and assessment of laparoscopic skills. JSLS 2004 0.89
56 Rapid communication: effects of Steris 1 sterilization and Cidex ortho-phthalaldehyde high-level disinfection on durability of new-generation flexible ureteroscopes. J Endourol 2007 0.89
57 Comparison of helical computerized tomography and plain radiography for estimating urinary stone size. J Urol 2002 0.88
58 Immediate impact of an intensive one-week laparoscopy training program on laparoscopic skills among postgraduate urologists. JSLS 2008 0.88
59 Hand-assisted laparoscopic nephrectomy in autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease. J Endourol 2004 0.88
60 Determination of cell viability after laparoscopic tissue stapling in a porcine model. J Endourol 2005 0.87
61 Transvaginal access: current experience and potential implications for urologic applications. J Endourol 2009 0.87
62 Rapid communication: robot-assisted NOTES nephrectomy: initial report. J Endourol 2008 0.87
63 Comparative study of in vivo lymphatic sealing capability of the porcine thoracic duct using laparoscopic dissection devices. J Urol 2008 0.87
64 Laparoscopic nephrectomy for renal cell cancer: radical and total. BJU Int 2007 0.87
65 Renal hypothermia achieved by retrograde endoscopic cold saline perfusion: technique and initial clinical application. Urology 2003 0.87
66 Minimally invasive management of upper tract malignancies: renal cell and transitional cell carcinoma. Urol Clin North Am 2008 0.86
67 The EZ Trainer: validation of a portable and inexpensive simulator for training basic laparoscopic skills. J Urol 2007 0.86
68 Laparoscopic cyst decortication in autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease: impact on pain, hypertension, and renal function. J Endourol 2003 0.86
69 Tubeless percutaneous nephrolithotomy using hemostatic gelatin matrix. J Endourol 2005 0.86
70 Effect of urine specific gravity on effectiveness of shockwave lithotripsy. J Endourol 2005 0.85
71 Prospective comparison of the immunological and stress response following laparoscopic and open surgery for localized renal cell carcinoma. J Urol 2004 0.85
72 Ureteral pseudodiverticulum associated with absorbable suture clips after laparoscopic pyeloplasty: case report. J Endourol 2005 0.84
73 Laparoscopic partial nephrectomy with a novel electrosurgical snare in a porcine model. J Endourol 2002 0.83
74 Incidence of postoperative adhesion formation after transperitoneal genitourinary laparoscopic surgery. Urology 2002 0.83
75 Genitourinary exam skills training curriculum for medical students: a follow-up study of comfort and skill utilization. J Endourol 2012 0.83
76 Third place: Flank position is associated with higher skin-to-surface interface pressures in men versus women: implications for laparoscopic renal surgery and the risk of rhabdomyolysis. J Endourol 2008 0.83
77 Ureteroscopes: flexible, rigid, and semirigid. Urol Clin North Am 2004 0.83
78 In vitro, ex vivo and in vivo isotherms for renal cryotherapy. J Urol 2010 0.83
79 Prospective randomized trial of three different methods of nephrostomy tract closure after percutaneous nephrolithotripsy. BJU Int 2010 0.83
80 One-knot pyeloplasty. J Endourol 2004 0.82
81 Evaluation of the outcomes of electrosurgical induced bowel injury treated with tissue glue/sealant versus sutured repair in a rabbit model. J Endourol 2009 0.82
82 Endoscopy-guided percutaneous nephrostolithotomy: benefits of ureteroscopic access and therapy. J Endourol 2009 0.82
83 Percutaneous approaches to renal cryoablation. J Endourol 2004 0.82
84 Clinical, pathologic, and functional outcomes after nephron-sparing surgery in patients with a solitary kidney: a multicenter experience. J Endourol 2012 0.82
85 Long-term impact of laparoscopic cyst decortication on renal function, hypertension and pain control in patients with autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease. J Urol 2012 0.81
86 A history and evolution of laparoscopic nephrectomy: perspectives from the past and future directions in the surgical management of renal tumors. J Urol 2011 0.81
87 Evaluation of practice efficiency with a novel sheathed flexible cystoscope: a randomized controlled trial. Urology 2007 0.81
88 Untipped: an endourologist's lament (with apologies to Pete Seeger). J Urol 2008 0.81
89 Preventing reservoir calculi after augmentation cystoplasty and continent urinary diversion: the influence of an irrigation protocol. J Urol 2005 0.80
90 Evaluation of synchronous twin pulse technique for shock wave lithotripsy: determination of optimal parameters for in vitro stone fragmentation. J Urol 2003 0.80
91 Evaluation of synchronous twin pulse technique for shock wave lithotripsy: in vivo tissue effects. Urology 2003 0.80
92 Sprayed fibrin sealant as the sole hemostatic agent for porcine laparoscopic partial nephrectomy. J Urol 2011 0.80
93 Impact of a laparoscopic renal surgery mini-fellowship program on postgraduate urologist practice patterns at 3-year followup. J Urol 2010 0.80
94 Laboratory evaluation of laparoscopic vascular clamps using a load-cell device--are all clamps the same? J Urol 2008 0.79
95 Are multiple cryoprobes additive or synergistic in renal cryotherapy? Urology 2011 0.79
96 Laparoscopic mid sagittal hemicystectomy and bladder reconstruction with small intestinal submucosa and reimplantation of ureter into small intestinal submucosa: 1-year followup. J Urol 2004 0.79
97 Office-based surveillance ureteroscopy after endoscopic treatment of transitional cell carcinoma: technique and clinical outcome. Urology 2007 0.79
98 Flexible ureterorenoscopy for the treatment of lower pole calyx stones: influence of different lithotripsy probes and stone extraction tools on scope reflection and irrigation flow. J Urol 2003 0.79
99 Lateral pedicle control during laparoscopic radical prostatectomy: refined technique. J Urol 2005 0.78
100 Laparoscopic radical nephrectomy. J Urol 2002 0.78
101 Renal hypothermia achieved by retrograde intracavitary saline perfusion. J Endourol 2002 0.78
102 Initial impact of a dedicated postgraduate laparoscopic mini-residency on clinical practice patterns. J Endourol 2005 0.78
103 Effectiveness of nifedipine and deflazacort in the management of distal ureter stones. J Urol 2002 0.78
104 Impact of pneumoperitoneum on renal cryotherapy. J Endourol 2009 0.78
105 Supine position is safe and effective for percutaneous nephrolithotomy. J Urol 2005 0.78
106 Laparoscopic transperitoneal nephrectomy for renal cancer: the University of California, Irvine, technique. J Endourol 2011 0.78
107 Bovine serum albumin glutaraldehyde for completely sutureless laparoscopic heminephrectomy in a survival porcine model. J Endourol 2010 0.78
108 Use of gelatin matrix to rapidly repair diaphragmatic injury during laparoscopy. Urology 2004 0.78
109 Cryoprobe isotherms: a caveat and review. J Endourol 2010 0.77
110 Prospective randomized comparison of cutting and dilating disposable trocars for access during laparoscopic renal surgery. JSLS 2007 0.77
111 Laparoscopic partial nephrectomy: six degrees of haemostasis. BJU Int 2011 0.77
112 A multi-institutional study on the safety and efficacy of specimen morcellation after laparoscopic radical nephrectomy for clinical stage T1 or T2 renal cell carcinoma. J Endourol 2009 0.77
113 The heilbronn laparoscopic training program for laparoscopic suturing: concept and validation. J Urol 2005 0.77
114 Percutaneous nephrolithotomy: an update. J Urol 2005 0.77
115 Evaluation of the use of a biodegradable ureteral stent after retrograde endopyelotomy in a porcine model. J Urol 2002 0.77
116 Positive correlation between motion analysis data on the LapMentor virtual reality laparoscopic surgical simulator and the results from videotape assessment of real laparoscopic surgeries. J Endourol 2012 0.77
117 Preliminary evaluation of a genitourinary skills training curriculum for medical students. J Urol 2009 0.77
118 Maximizing ureteroscope deflection: "play it straight". Urology 2002 0.77
119 Comparison of healing after cystotomy and repair with fibrin glue and sutured closure in the porcine model. J Endourol 2008 0.77
120 Assessment of basic endoscopic performance using a virtual reality simulator. J Urol 2003 0.76
121 Laparoscopic nephrectomy. 1991. J Urol 2002 0.76
122 Laparoscopic ureterocalicostomy: development of a technique simplified by application of Nitinol clips and a wet monopolar electrosurgery device. J Urol 2005 0.76
123 A "tipping point" in surgical education: simulation at the gates. J Urol 2006 0.76
124 Immunohistochemical basis for adjuvant anti-angiogenic targeted therapy for renal carcinoid: initial case report. Urol Oncol 2008 0.76
125 Laparoscopic partial nephrectomy using holmium laser in a porcine model. J Urol 2005 0.76
126 Surgical cyst decortication in autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease. J Endourol 2013 0.76
127 Effect of lithotripsy on holmium:YAG optical beam profile. J Endourol 2003 0.75
128 Third Prize: Comparison of radical nephrectomy, laparoscopic microwave thermotherapy, cryotherapy, and radiofrequency ablation for destruction of experimental VX-2 renal tumors in rabbits. J Endourol 2005 0.75
129 Review of minimally invasive renal therapies: Needle-based and extracorporeal. Urology 2006 0.75
130 Celecoxib inhibits ureteral contractility and prostanoid release. J Urol 2005 0.75
131 Laparoscopic radical nephrectomy: oncologic efficacy. J Urol 2005 0.75
132 Conservative management of upper urinary tract tumors. J Urol 2003 0.75
133 Histological evaluation of cold versus hot cutting: clinical impact on margin status for laparoscopic partial nephrectomy. J Urol 2008 0.75
134 Exaggerated primary endoscope deflection: initial clinical experience with prototype flexible ureteroscopes. J Urol 2005 0.75
135 The first clinical results of "wide-focus and low-pressure" ESWL. J Urol 2003 0.75
136 Ureteroscopic treatment of renal calculi in morbidly obese patients: a stone-matched comparison. J Urol 2003 0.75
137 Usefulness of lower infundibular length-to-diameter ratio as a predictor of lower pole stone clearance after extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy: clinical research with two lithotriptors. J Urol 2005 0.75
138 Ureteroscopy and holmium: YAG laser lithotripsy: an emerging definitive management strategy for symptomatic ureteral calculi in pregnancy. J Urol 2003 0.75
139 Re: Laparoscopic-assisted nephroureterectomy after radical cystectomy for transitional cell carcinoma. Int Braz J Urol 2007 0.75
140 Pain after percutaneous nephrolithotomy: impact of nephrostomy tube size. J Urol 2005 0.75
141 Long-term combined treatment with thiazide and potassium citrate in nephrolithiasis does not lead to hypokalemia or hypochloremic metabolic alkalosis. J Urol 2005 0.75
142 Minimally invasive surgical management of ureteropelvic junction obstruction: laparoscopic and robot-assisted laparoscopic pyeloplasty. J Urol 2005 0.75
143 Urine stone risk factors in nephrolithiasis patients with and without bowel disease. J Urol 2005 0.75
144 Re: Bare naked baskets: ureteroscope deflection and flow characteristics with intact and disassembled ureteroscopic nitinol stone baskets. J Urol 2003 0.75
145 Ureteroscopy for pediatric urolithiasis: an evolving first-line therapy. J Urol 2005 0.75
146 Flexible ureteroscopes: a user's guide. J Urol 2003 0.75
147 The molecular basis of kidney stones. J Urol 2005 0.75
148 Anderson-Hynes dismembered pyeloplasty performed using the da Vinci robotic system. J Urol 2003 0.75
149 Effect of overpressure and pulse repetition frequency on cavitation in shock wave lithotripsy. J Urol 2003 0.75
150 TissueLink device for laparoscopic nephron-sparing surgery. J Urol 2005 0.75
151 Efficacy and outcome of surgical intervention in patients with nephrolithiasis and chronic renal failure. J Urol 2003 0.75
152 Laparoscopic partial nephrectomy using microwave tissue coagulator for small renal tumors: usefulness and complications. J Urol 2005 0.75
153 Metabolic abnormalities associated with renal calculi in patients with horseshoe kidneys. J Urol 2005 0.75
154 Air embolism: diagnosis with single-photon emission tomography and successful hyperbaric oxygen therapy. J Urol 2003 0.75
155 Bare naked baskets: optimizing ureteroscopic stone extraction. Urology 2003 0.75
156 "No one of us is as smart as all of us.". J Endourol 2011 0.75
157 Intermittent versus continuous alkaline therapy for uric acid stones and ureteral stones of uncertain composition. J Urol 2003 0.75
158 Endoloop-assisted laparoscopic partial nephrectomy. J Urol 2003 0.75
159 Decreased renal function among adults with a history of nephrolithiasis: a study of NHANES III. J Urol 2005 0.75
160 Role of Oxalobacter formigenes in calcium oxalate stone disease: a study from North India. J Urol 2003 0.75
161 Comparison of basic elements of human performance scores between urologists with various extents of experience. J Endourol 2006 0.75
162 Comparison of needlescopic appendectomy versus conventional laparoscopic appendectomy. A randomized controlled trial. J Urol 2005 0.75
163 The 'buoy' stent: evaluation of a prototype indwelling ureteric stent in a porcine model. BJU Int 2009 0.75
164 Radially expanding laparoscopic access for renal/adrenal surgery. J Urol 2002 0.75
165 In vitro comparison of burst tension and puncture pressure in commonly used organ retrieval bags. J Am Coll Surg 2004 0.75
166 Multi-institutional study of complications in 1085 laparoscopic urologic procedures. J Urol 2002 0.75
167 Transperitoneal laparoscopy renal surgery using blunt 12-mm trocar without fascial closure. J Urol 2002 0.75
168 First prize: Chitosan and the urothelial barrier: effects on ureteral intraluminal drug penetration and peristalsis. J Endourol 2010 0.75
169 Pursuit of a paradigm for professional progress. J Urol 2007 0.75
170 LapED 4-In-1 silicone training aid for practicing laparoscopic skills and tasks: a preliminary evaluation. J Endourol 2008 0.75
171 High-frequency oscillatory ventilatory support during CT-guided percutaneous cryotherapy of renal masses. J Endourol 2008 0.75
172 Flexible ureteroscopy in conjunction with in situ lithotripsy for lower pole calculi. J Urol 2002 0.75
173 Journal of Endourology. Preface. J Endourol 2009 0.75
174 The Liss maneuver: a nonendoscopic technique for difficult Foley catheterization. J Endourol 2009 0.75
175 Percutaneous cryoablation of an upper pole renal mass: use of contralateral single lung ventilation to avoid pleural and pulmonary puncture. Urology 2007 0.75
176 Use of titanium staples during upper tract laparoscopic reconstructive surgery: initial experience. J Urol 2002 0.75
177 Ureteric stenting after ureteroscopy for ureteric stones: a prospective randomized study assessing symptoms and complications. J Urol 2005 0.75
178 Ferromagnetic self-regulating reheatable thermal rod implants for in situ tissue ablation. J Endourol 2002 0.75
179 Hydrophilic guide wire technique to facilitate organ entrapment using a laparoscopic sack during laparoscopy. J Urol 2002 0.75
180 Ureteroscopic lithotripsy under local anesthesia: analysis of the effectiveness and patient tolerability. J Urol 2005 0.75
181 Man versus machine: brave new surgery. J Urol 2004 0.75
182 Indwelling ureteral stents evaluation of quality of life to aid outcome analysis. J Urol 2002 0.75
183 Rapid communication: minimally invasive urologic surgery curricula. J Endourol 2007 0.75
184 Minimally invasive surgery for pelviureteral junction obstruction in adults: a critical review of the options. J Urol 2005 0.75
185 A novel ex-vivo ureteral apparatus for assessing the impact of intraluminal pharmaceutical agents on ureteral physiology. J Endourol 2011 0.75
186 Ice burn: protecting the flank during renal cryotherapy. J Endourol 2010 0.75
187 Urologic laser types and instrumentation. Arch Esp Urol 2008 0.75
188 RE: "Mn-porphyrins as novel molecular MRI contrast agents" by Mouraviev et al. J Endourol 2012 0.75
189 Inside the operating room--balancing the risks and benefits of new surgical procedures: a collection of perspectives and panel discussion. Cleve Clin J Med 2008 0.75
190 Surgical robotics: impact of motion scaling on task performance. J Urol 2005 0.75
191 Tissue chemoablation. J Endourol 2003 0.75
192 Transatlantic robot-assisted telesurgery. J Urol 2002 0.75
193 The safety and efficacy of direct trocar insertion with elevation of the rectus sheath instead of the skin for pneumoperitoneum. J Urol 2005 0.75
194 Ureteric access with flexible ureteroscopes: effect of the size of the ureteroscope. J Urol 2005 0.75
195 Comprehensive evaluation of ureteral healing after electrosurgical endopyelotomy in a porcine model: original report and review of the literature. J Urol 2004 0.75
196 Intraoperative catheter management during laparoscopic excision of a giant bladder diverticulum. J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A 2004 0.75
197 Effect of argon-beam coagulation on the integrity of suture material. J Endourol 2002 0.75
198 Comparison of open versus laparoscopic pyeloplasty techniques in treatment of uretero-pelvic junction obstruction. J Urol 2005 0.75
199 Nitinol stone retrieval-assisted ureteroscopic management of lower pole renal calculi. J Urol 2002 0.75
200 Acucise endopyelotomy in a porcine model: procedure standardization and analysis of safety and immediate efficacy. Int Braz J Urol 2005 0.75
201 Ureteropelvic junction obstruction: does CT angiography allow better selection of therapeutic modalities and better patient outcome? J Urol 2005 0.75