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Ludovica Esposito is a leading surgical researcher whose work focuses on advancing minimally invasive pancreatic and hepatobiliary procedures, with a particular emphasis on improving outcomes for obese patients. Her major contributions center on comparing robotic and laparoscopic techniques in distal pancreatectomy, where she has demonstrated that robotic approaches significantly reduce conversion rates to open surgery and minimize blood loss. Her 2023 study on robotic versus laparoscopic distal pancreatectomy in obese patients (16 citations) provides critical evidence for surgical decision-making in this high-risk population. Esposito has also pioneered work in single-site robotic cholecystectomy, showing that this approach can overcome the ergonomic limitations of traditional laparoscopy while maintaining safety. Her recent multicenter analysis (2024, 7 citations) on conversion to open surgery in obese patients undergoing minimally invasive distal pancreatectomy, along with her 2025 study on factors related to pancreatic fistula after spleen-preserving procedures, further establishes her as a key voice in refining surgical techniques for complex patient groups. With a growing citation impact and a clear focus on patient-centered outcomes, Esposito’s research is shaping the future of minimally invasive surgery.