Christina M. Sanders
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About
Dr. Christina M. Sanders is a leading researcher in surgical visualization and intraoperative imaging, with a focus on advancing real-time tissue perfusion assessment during minimally invasive procedures. Her most impactful work, a 2022 study on laser speckle contrast imaging (LSCI) for robot-assisted surgery, has garnered 30 citations and demonstrates a critical innovation: LSCI offers a non-invasive, dye-free alternative to indocyanine green (ICG) for monitoring blood flow in laparoscopic and robotic settings. This contribution directly addresses a key challenge in surgery—ensuring adequate tissue perfusion without relying on contrast agents. Dr. Sanders also co-authored a 2023 comprehensive review of current fluorescence-guided platforms and devices, cataloging the state-of-the-art in optical imaging technologies. Her research bridges engineering and clinical practice, providing surgeons with tools for more precise, real-time decision-making. By validating LSCI’s utility and usability, she has opened new avenues for safer, more efficient surgical workflows. Dr. Sanders’ work is essential reading for researchers and clinicians exploring next-generation imaging in robotic surgery.
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- 2Current Fluorescence-Guided Platforms and Devices3 citations · 2023