Igor Vasilev

Saint-Petersburg Research Institute of Phthisiopulmonology

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Igor Vasilev is a pioneering thoracic surgeon whose research focuses on advancing minimally invasive surgical techniques for complex pulmonary diseases, particularly tuberculosis and lung cancer. His major contributions center on the application of robotic-assisted thoracic surgery (RATS) in cases where conventional video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) is limited due to dense pleural and vascular adhesions—a common challenge in tuberculosis patients. Vasilev’s landmark 2017 study on robot-assisted surgery for pulmonary tuberculosis, cited 14 times, demonstrated that robotic systems can successfully perform minimally invasive operations in these high-risk scenarios, overcoming the technical barriers that often necessitate open thoracotomy. His earlier 2015 work on perioperative outcomes of RATS lobectomy during the learning curve phase, though with fewer citations, provided critical insights into the safety and feasibility of transitioning from VATS to robotic approaches for both lung cancer and tuberculosis. By systematically evaluating outcomes in a learning curve setting, Vasilev has helped establish evidence-based guidelines for adopting robotic surgery in thoracic oncology and infectious disease management. His work bridges a critical gap between technological innovation and clinical application, offering patients with complex pulmonary conditions safer, less invasive surgical options.