Donata Villari
University of Florence, Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria Careggi
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76
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About
Donata Villari is a leading urologic surgeon and researcher whose work centers on minimally invasive surgical techniques for kidney and bladder cancers, with a particular focus on optimizing patient outcomes through comparative effectiveness and equitable care. Her most impactful contribution is the landmark RECORD 2 Project study, which compared transperitoneal versus retroperitoneal approaches for minimally invasive partial nephrectomy, accumulating 51 citations. This work provided crucial multi-institutional evidence guiding surgical decision-making for nephron-sparing surgery. Villari further advanced the field by demonstrating the safety and efficacy of partial nephrectomy in frail, comorbid patients with renal cell carcinoma, expanding surgical candidacy for vulnerable populations. Her expertise extends to complex reconstructive urology, as evidenced by her innovative work on robotic vesico-vaginal fistula repair without omental flap interposition. Additionally, she has critically examined gender disparities in bladder cancer outcomes following radical cystectomy, highlighting her commitment to health equity. With a career dedicated to refining surgical techniques and improving patient selection, Villari’s research has shaped modern urologic oncology practice, particularly in kidney cancer surgery, where her work continues to influence clinical guidelines and patient care.
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- 3Robotic vesico-vaginal fistula repair with no omental flap interposition11 citations · 2016
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