Alessandra Farina
University of Naples Federico II, Federico II University Hospital
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About
Dr. Alessandra Farina is a pioneering pediatric surgeon whose work is transforming minimally invasive surgery for children. Her research centers on the application of advanced imaging technologies—specifically, indocyanine green (ICG) fluorescence-guided near-infrared fluorescence (NIRF)—in laparoscopic and robotic procedures. Dr. Farina’s major contributions include demonstrating the safety and efficacy of ICG-guided NIRF for pediatric urology, notably in complex operations like pyeloplasty for uretero-pelvic junction obstruction and the deroofing of renal cysts. Her innovative combination of ICG fluorescence with a perirenal fat tissue wadding technique has set a new standard for precision and outcomes in pediatric renal cyst treatment. With her most-cited work, “Image-Guided Pediatric Surgery Using Indocyanine Green (ICG) Fluorescence in Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgery,” accumulating over 85 citations, her impact is clear. Through these landmark studies, Dr. Farina has not only advanced surgical visualization but also paved the way for safer, more effective, and less invasive care for young patients, establishing herself as a leading voice in the future of pediatric surgery.
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