Sarah E. Posillico
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Dr. Sarah E. Posillico is a surgical researcher whose work focuses on optimizing the management of high-risk patients with acute surgical conditions, particularly acute cholecystitis. Her major contributions center on developing evidence-based treatment algorithms that balance operative risk with patient outcomes. Her most-cited paper, "A Management Algorithm for High-Grade Acute Cholecystitis in High-Risk Patients" (2025), addresses the critical challenge of managing acute cholecystitis in patients who are poor candidates for standard laparoscopic cholecystectomy. This work systematically evaluates the risks of bile duct injury, open conversion, and subtotal cholecystectomy, providing clinicians with a structured approach to decision-making that can reduce complications in this vulnerable population. While her citation count is still growing, reflecting the recent publication of her key work, Dr. Posillico's research represents an important step toward personalized surgical care. Her algorithm has the potential to improve outcomes by guiding surgeons in selecting the safest intervention—whether percutaneous drainage, subtotal cholecystectomy, or delayed cholecystectomy—for high-risk patients. For students and researchers in surgery and acute care, Dr. Posillico's work offers a practical framework for managing one of the most common yet challenging surgical emergencies.
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