Elisabetta Ricciardi

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Elisabetta Ricciardi is a leading pediatric surgeon whose work centers on advancing minimally invasive surgical techniques for children, with a particular focus on image-guided interventions. Her primary research areas include the application of indocyanine green (ICG) fluorescence in laparoscopic and robotic surgery, as well as innovations in pediatric surgical oncology and congenital anomaly repair. Ricciardi’s most notable contribution is her pioneering work on ICG-guided near-infrared fluorescence (NIRF) in pediatric minimally invasive surgery (MIS), a technique that enhances real-time visualization of critical structures such as bile ducts, lymph nodes, and tumor margins. Her landmark 2020 study on this topic, with 85 citations, established a foundational protocol for integrating ICG into pediatric laparoscopy and robotics, demonstrating improved precision and safety in complex procedures. This work has been widely adopted in pediatric surgical centers globally, significantly reducing operative risks. With a citation impact reflecting her influence, Ricciardi has also contributed to training the next generation of surgeons through international workshops and collaborative research. Her achievements include leading multicenter trials and receiving awards for surgical innovation, cementing her role as a transformative figure in pediatric surgery.