Mariana Rodrigues
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Mariana Rodrigues is a pioneering thoracic surgeon whose work centers on advancing minimally invasive approaches to mediastinal pathology, with a particular focus on anterior mediastinal tumours—which account for 50% of all mediastinal masses. Her landmark study, "Inframammary approach for addressing anterior mediastinal tumours: initial experience" (2020), introduced a novel surgical corridor that leverages the natural inframammary fold to access the anterior mediastinum. This technique offers a compelling alternative to traditional sternotomy or thoracotomy, promising reduced postoperative pain, superior cosmetic outcomes, and faster recovery. Although early in its citation history (3 citations), this work has already sparked interest among surgeons seeking to expand the boundaries of video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS). Rodrigues’s contribution is notable for its patient-centered design—prioritizing both oncologic efficacy and quality of life. As a rising voice in thoracic oncology, she continues to refine minimally invasive strategies that challenge conventional surgical dogma, making her research essential reading for clinicians and trainees aiming to reduce the invasiveness of mediastinal tumor management.
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