Alberto Molinari
Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata Verona, Ospedale San Bassiano
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Alberto Molinari is a urologic surgeon whose research focuses on refining surgical outcomes in prostate cancer treatment, particularly through the lens of robotic-assisted techniques. His most cited work investigates the physiological impact of robotic-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP) compared to open surgery, demonstrating that the robotic approach induces significantly less cortisol-mediated stress in patients—a key marker of surgical trauma. This 2015 study, with 14 citations, provides compelling evidence for the reduced physiological burden of minimally invasive surgery. Molinari also addresses practical intraoperative challenges in RARP, such as the management of complex anatomy during bladder neck dissection. His 2014 work on transurethral ureteral stent placement offers a valuable alternative to preoperative stenting, helping prevent ureteral injury in patients with large median lobes or prior transurethral surgery. By combining stress physiology with technical innovation, Molinari contributes to safer, more patient-centered urologic oncology. His work underscores how robotic platforms can reduce both surgical stress and procedural complications, advancing the standard of care in prostate cancer surgery.
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