Raghav Nayar

All India Institute of Medical Sciences Jodhpur

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Raghav Nayar is a pioneering surgeon-scientist whose work centers on advancing minimally invasive techniques in esophageal surgery, with a particular focus on robotic-assisted esophagectomy and intraoperative lymphatic imaging. His most impactful contribution, the 2022 study on “Intra-Nodal Indocyanine Green Injection to Delineate Thoracic Duct During Minimally Invasive Esophagectomy” (17 citations), introduced a novel method to reduce the risk of chyle leak—a life-threatening complication—by using fluorescent dye to visualize the thoracic duct in real time. This innovation has been widely adopted for its potential to improve safety in complex oncologic resections. Nayar also demonstrated technical mastery in his 2022 report of a “Robotic Ivor-Lewis Esophagectomy for Corrosive-Induced Esophageal Stricture” (2 citations), showcasing the feasibility of robotic surgery in managing severe, scarred esophageal pathology. His work bridges the gap between advanced technology and challenging clinical scenarios, offering patients less invasive options with better outcomes. With a growing citation impact, Nayar is establishing himself as a key voice in the evolution of esophageal surgery, particularly in the integration of fluorescence-guided techniques and robotic precision.