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256
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About
Sabine Sarnacki is a pioneering pediatric surgical oncologist whose work has fundamentally shaped the adoption of robotic-assisted laparoscopic surgery (RALS) in children with cancer. Based at a leading multidisciplinary center, she has dedicated her research to demonstrating that minimally invasive robotic techniques can be safely and effectively applied to some of the most complex oncological cases in pediatric patients, including Wilms tumors, adrenal malignancies, and severe bronchiectasis. Her landmark 2019 prospective study on robotic nephrectomy in children (57 citations) established early evidence for the feasibility of this approach, while her nationwide 100-tumor experience (52 citations) provided the field with critical real-world safety and outcomes data. Sarnacki has also advanced the broader infrastructure of robotic pediatric surgery, examining learning curves, fellowship training, and program-wide morbidity to support responsible clinical expansion. Beyond operative technique, she has innovated in surgical planning, exploring tractography integration for pelvic surgery and advanced 3D tumor visualization — helping surgeons operate with greater precision and confidence. With nearly 230 cumulative citations across her most impactful work, Sarnacki stands as one of the foremost voices in pediatric robotic surgical oncology globally.
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- 7Integrating tractography in pelvic surgery: a proof of concept10 citations · 2019
- 8Robot-assisted laparoscopic adrenalectomy: Extended application in children10 citations · 2024
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