Sahar Eftekharzadeh
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About
Dr. Sahar Eftekharzadeh is a leading pediatric urologist whose research focuses on advancing minimally invasive surgical techniques for complex urinary tract reconstruction in children. Her work centers on robot-assisted laparoscopic procedures, particularly for conditions like ureteropelvic junction obstruction (UPJO), vesicoureteral reflux (VUR), and primary obstructive megaureter. Dr. Eftekharzadeh’s major contributions include demonstrating that robotic pyeloplasty is a safe and effective alternative to open surgery, even in challenging cases such as redo operations and low-functioning kidneys, with her 2021 study on primary vs. redo robotic pyeloplasty accumulating 28 citations. She has also pioneered comparative analyses showing that robot-assisted ureteral reimplantation and appendicovesicostomy yield outcomes equivalent to gold-standard open procedures, while reducing opioid usage—a finding from her 2022 analysis of 7 citations that has influenced postoperative pain management protocols. Her work on de novo hydronephrosis after robotic reimplantation and outcomes in complex renal anatomy (3 citations) has refined patient selection criteria. With over 65 total citations, Dr. Eftekharzadeh’s research is shaping the evidence base for adopting robotic surgery in pediatric urology, offering families less invasive options with faster recovery. Her ongoing comparative cost analyses further underscore her commitment to balancing clinical excellence with healthcare economics.
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- 1Primary vs redo robotic pyeloplasty: A comparison of outcomes28 citations · 2021
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