Simona Gerocarni Nappo

About

Dr. Simona Gerocarni Nappo is a leading figure in pediatric urology, with a research focus on minimally invasive surgery, vesicoureteral reflux (VUR), and emerging digital technologies. Her work has significantly advanced the surgical management of VUR in children, as demonstrated by her multicenter international survey on 552 patients, which clarified current treatment trends and earned 11 citations. Dr. Nappo also co-authored a critical European consensus on robotic surgery in pediatric urology, establishing evidence-based guidelines for this rapidly evolving field and garnering 11 citations. Her expertise extends to nephron-sparing surgery for Wilms tumor, where she reported successful robotic-assisted partial nephrectomy in a four-year-old patient, a notable achievement in pediatric oncology. Most recently, she has pioneered the integration of the metaverse into pediatric urology, exploring its potential for education and patient care in a highly cited 2023 paper. With a growing citation record and a commitment to innovation, Dr. Nappo is shaping the future of pediatric urological practice, bridging traditional surgical excellence with cutting-edge digital solutions.

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Top Papers

1. 1
   Pediatric Urology Metaverse

   16 citations · 2023
2. 2
   Current trends in 2021 in surgical management of vesico-ureteral reflux in pediatric patients: results of a multicenter international survey on 552 patients

   11 citations · 2022
3. 3
   Robotic Surgery in Pediatric Urology: A Critical Appraisal of the GECI and SIVI Consensus of European Experts

   11 citations · 2022
4. 4
   Vesicoureteral Reflux in Pediatric Age: Where are we Today?

   8 citations · 2014
5. 5
   Prechemotherapy Transperitoneal Robotic-Assisted Partial Nephrectomy (RAPN) for a Wilms Tumor: Surgical and Oncological Outcomes in a Four-Year-Old Patient

   6 citations · 2023

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