Cristina Gabellieri
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Cristina Gabellieri is a urological surgeon and researcher whose work focuses on the complications of minimally invasive surgery, particularly those involving energy-based surgical devices. Her most cited paper, "Delayed-onset ureteral lesions due to thermal energy: An emerging condition" (2014, 33 citations), identifies a critical and often overlooked risk: ureteral damage that appears days or weeks after laparoscopic or open procedures. By documenting five cases over 20 months, she demonstrated that thermal spread from electrosurgical tools can cause delayed tissue necrosis, leading to strictures or fistulas. This contribution has heightened awareness among urologists and gynecologists, prompting more cautious use of energy devices near the ureter. Gabellieri’s work underscores the importance of recognizing delayed presentations, which are easily misdiagnosed as postoperative infections or obstructions. Her research has practical implications for surgical safety and patient outcomes, making her a key voice in the field of iatrogenic injury prevention. With her focus on emerging complications, she continues to influence best practices in urological and gynecologic surgery.
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- 1Delayed-onset ureteral lesions due to thermal energy: An emerging condition33 citations · 2014