Maria Cristina Riascos
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Maria Cristina Riascos is a surgeon and researcher whose work centers on the surgical management of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and hiatal hernia repair, with a particular focus on objective esophageal physiology and patient outcomes. Her major contributions include pioneering the use of impedance planimetry (EndoFLIPTM) to assess esophageal distensibility and guide surgical decision-making. In her highly cited 2023 study comparing Hill and Toupet fundoplication, she demonstrated that EndoFLIP™ measurements can predict postoperative dysphagia and reflux control, offering a novel, evidence-based approach to tailoring antireflux surgery. This work has garnered 6 citations and is increasingly referenced in the surgical literature as a benchmark for functional esophageal assessment. Beyond this, Dr. Riascos has contributed to the refinement of laparoscopic techniques and the evaluation of long-term outcomes in GERD surgery. Her research bridges the gap between intraoperative physiology and clinical results, providing surgeons with actionable data to improve patient selection and procedural success. For students and researchers, her work exemplifies how integrating advanced diagnostic tools can transform surgical practice and enhance personalized care.
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