Raffaella Basilico
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Raffaella Basilico is a pioneering urologic surgeon whose work focuses on the surgical management of rare and complex genitourinary tumors, with a particular emphasis on bladder paraganglioma and minimally invasive robotic techniques. Her landmark 2024 case report, “Mastering bladder paraganglioma for optimal treatment: a case report of robot-assisted surgery,” has already garnered 3 citations, establishing her as a leading voice in this niche field. Basilico’s major contribution lies in elucidating the diagnostic and therapeutic challenges of bladder paraganglioma—a rare neuroendocrine neoplasm that can be functional (causing catecholamine-related symptoms) or non-functional, often mimicking urothelial carcinoma and leading to misdiagnosis. By demonstrating the safety and efficacy of robot-assisted surgery for these tumors, she has provided a critical roadmap for surgeons navigating this high-stakes pathology. Her work not only advances surgical precision but also raises awareness of the need for careful preoperative evaluation to avoid catastrophic intraoperative complications. Basilico’s research is essential reading for urologists and oncologists seeking to improve outcomes for patients with these diagnostically elusive tumors.
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