Angelos Papanikolaou
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Angelos Papanikolaou is a leading figure in hepatobiliary surgery, with a focused expertise in advancing minimally invasive techniques for living donor liver transplantation. His primary research centers on the global dissemination and standardization of minimally invasive donor hepatectomy (MIDH), a procedure designed to enhance donor safety and accelerate postoperative recovery. Papanikolaou’s major contribution lies in systematically identifying and analyzing the barriers—ranging from technical challenges to institutional and regulatory hurdles—that impede the widespread adoption of MIDH. His work, notably the highly cited 2023 study "Global dissemination of minimally invasive living donor hepatectomy: What are the barriers?" (6 citations), provides a critical roadmap for surgeons and policymakers aiming to expand access to safer donor procedures. By demonstrating that MIDH can yield improved outcomes once initial safety concerns are addressed, Papanikolaou has helped shift the paradigm toward donor-centric innovation. His research not only quantifies the impact of these techniques but also champions their integration into standard practice, making him a pivotal voice in the evolution of living donor transplantation.
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