Stephan A. Bolliger
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Stephan A. Bolliger is a pioneering forensic pathologist whose research centers on the development and validation of minimally invasive autopsy techniques, particularly for vulnerable populations. His major contributions lie in advancing virtual autopsy (virtopsy) methods, integrating post-mortem imaging with targeted tissue sampling to overcome the limitations of traditional, invasive autopsies. Bolliger’s work has been instrumental in demonstrating that post-mortem MRI, combined with guided biopsies, can serve as a viable alternative to conventional autopsy in foetal, newborn, and infant cases—a critical advancement given declining global autopsy rates. His highly cited 2014 study protocol for the paediatric virtual autopsy trial (38 citations) established a rigorous framework for comparing imaging-guided autopsies with standard procedures, addressing key challenges such as histopathological and microbiological analysis. This research has profound implications for improving diagnostic accuracy in infant death investigations while respecting cultural and religious sensitivities. Bolliger’s contributions have helped shape modern forensic pathology, offering a less invasive yet reliable approach that bridges the gap between clinical imaging and post-mortem examination, ultimately enhancing both medicolegal practice and family care.
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