Raoul Quarati

Azienda Ospedaliera Nazionale SS. Antonio e Biagio e Cesare Arrigo

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Total Citations

307

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About

Raoul Quarati is a pioneering figure in the advancement of minimally invasive surgical techniques, with a primary focus on robotic colorectal surgery and the integration of fluorescence imaging. His landmark 2008 paper, "Robotic Colorectal Surgery: First 50 Cases Experience," which has garnered over 217 citations, was instrumental in demonstrating the technical and oncological feasibility of robotic-assisted procedures, directly addressing the limitations of traditional laparoscopy. Building on this foundation, Quarati’s work on the application of indocyanine green fluorescence in robotic general surgery (2013, 82 citations) established a new standard for intraoperative visualization, particularly in sentinel lymph node biopsy for breast and colorectal cancers. His early experience with the da Vinci® system (2009) further solidified his role as an early adopter and validator of robotic platforms. Through these contributions, Quarati has not only expanded the surgical toolkit but has also provided critical evidence that has shaped modern surgical oncology, making him a key reference for researchers and clinicians exploring the frontiers of robotic surgery.