Marina Quairoli

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Dr. Marina Quairoli is a pioneering pediatric urologist whose research focuses on advancing minimally invasive surgical techniques for congenital urinary tract conditions in children. Her major contributions center on robot-assisted laparoscopic procedures, particularly for vesicoureteral reflux and primary obstructive megaureter—conditions traditionally treated with open surgery. Dr. Quairoli’s work demonstrates that robot-assisted approaches can achieve comparable efficacy to open surgery while potentially reducing morbidity, scarring, and recovery time in young patients. Her most cited paper, “Robot-assisted Laparoscopic Ureteral Reimplantation in Pre-toilet Trained Children With Vesicoureteral Reflux” (2024), has garnered 1 citation and establishes a foundation for applying robotic surgery in the most delicate pediatric populations. Her 2025 comparative analysis of robot-assisted versus open dismembered ureteral reimplantation for primary obstructive megaureter provides critical evidence that robotic techniques can match open surgery outcomes with fewer complications. This work is particularly impactful because it addresses the unique challenges of operating on infants and toddlers who have not yet achieved toilet training. Dr. Quairoli’s research is notable for its focus on translating adult robotic surgical innovations to the pediatric population, where smaller anatomy and developmental considerations require specialized expertise. Her findings are helping to shift clinical practice toward less invasive options for children with complex urological conditions, improving both surgical outcomes and quality of life for young patients and their families.