Shaniko Kaleci
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Shaniko Kaleci is a researcher whose work bridges urological surgery and advanced optical imaging, with a primary focus on improving diagnostic accuracy and surgical outcomes in prostate cancer. Her most notable contribution is pioneering the first application of ex vivo fluorescence confocal microscopy (FCM) for real-time pathological examination of prostatic tissue, a breakthrough that enables rapid, high-resolution imaging of unfixed specimens without traditional histology. This work, published in 2019 and garnering 85 citations, demonstrates FCM’s diagnostic accuracy for both non-neoplastic and cancerous prostate tissue, potentially transforming intraoperative decision-making and reducing the need for repeat biopsies. Kaleci also investigates functional outcomes after robotic prostatectomy, as seen in her study on the long-term effect of the topical hemostatic agent Floseal® on erectile function recovery following nerve-sparing robot-assisted radical prostatectomy. Her research is impactful for its translational potential, offering surgeons a tool for immediate tissue assessment and patients better preservation of quality of life. By integrating cutting-edge imaging with clinical practice, Kaleci contributes to more precise, patient-centered urological care.
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