Steven P. Bowers
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About
Steven P. Bowers is a surgeon-scientist whose research focuses on advancing minimally invasive foregut surgery, with particular expertise in esophageal and diaphragmatic procedures. His work centers on two critical areas: improving intraoperative assessment of tissue perfusion and refining surgical techniques for complex foregut pathologies. In his most impactful contribution, Bowers pioneered oxygen saturation endoscopic imaging as a novel alternative to indocyanine green (ICG) fluorescence for assessing gastric conduit perfusion during esophagectomy—a technique that could benefit patients with ICG contraindications. His comparative studies on robotic versus laparoscopic revision surgery for failed Nissen fundoplication have provided valuable insights into optimal surgical approaches. Most notably, Bowers has systematically identified elements of variant anatomy that predispose to vascular injury during laparoscopic median arcuate ligament release, a critical safety contribution to this technically demanding procedure. With over 60 patients in his MAL release series, his work directly addresses one of the most feared complications in foregut surgery. His research, though early in citation impact, represents foundational contributions to surgical safety and intraoperative decision-making that will guide future generations of minimally invasive surgeons.
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