Lorenzo Tofani

University of Florence

Papers

3

Total Citations

25

H-Index

3

About

Lorenzo Tofani is a clinical researcher at the forefront of nephrology and surgical innovation, with a focus on preventing acute kidney injury (AKI) and improving long-term renal outcomes. His work centers on identifying novel biomarkers and functional imaging tools to predict kidney function decline after major surgery. In a landmark 2023 study (18 citations), Tofani evaluated biomarkers such as cystatin C and kineticGFR for early AKI detection and long-term eGFR prediction after partial nephrectomy, offering a dual-purpose diagnostic strategy that could transform postoperative monitoring. His 2024 investigation into Doppler-derived renal functional reserve further refines risk stratification for robotic surgery patients, addressing a critical gap in perioperative care. Beyond nephrology, Tofani has advanced surgical technique through a propensity-matched comparison of robotic versus open distal pancreatectomy, demonstrating the safety and benefits of minimally invasive approaches. With a growing citation impact and a clear translational focus, Tofani’s work bridges biomarker discovery and clinical practice, positioning him as a key contributor to precision medicine in surgery and nephrology.

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3
H-Index
3
Papers
25
Total Citations
8
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Novel Biomarkers for Early Detection of Acute Kidney Injury and Prediction of Long-Term Kidney Function Decline after Partial Nephrectomy
18 citations · 2023
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2024 (2 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 37
🏛 Institutions: University of Florence

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