Cecilia Pompili

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About

Cecilia Pompili is a leading researcher at the intersection of thoracic surgery and biomedical engineering, whose work is redefining precision in both surgical robotics and postoperative care. Her most cited contribution, the 2022 study on *Patient-Specific Magnetic Catheters for Atraumatic Autonomous Endoscopy* (125 citations), pioneers a novel approach to achieving "follow-the-leader" motion—a long-sought capability for navigating delicate, tortuous anatomical pathways without relying on tissue interaction. This breakthrough promises to advance minimally invasive diagnostics and interventions by enabling safer, more autonomous endoscopic navigation. Complementing this technical innovation, Pompili has made significant contributions to health economics and outcomes research. Her 2020 analysis of *Ninety-day hospital costs associated with prolonged air leak following lung resection* (34 citations) provides critical evidence on the substantial financial burden of this common complication, quantifying costs beyond the initial hospitalization. By integrating engineering solutions with rigorous clinical and economic analysis, Pompili’s work directly addresses unmet needs in patient safety and healthcare efficiency, establishing her as a distinctive voice in the future of atraumatic, cost-conscious surgical care.