Katharina Heß

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Dr. Katharina Heß is a leading figure in hepatobiliary surgery, with a focused expertise in advancing robotic-assisted liver surgery (RALS). Her most impactful work centers on integrating indocyanine green (ICG) fluorescence imaging to overcome the inherent limitations of robotic procedures, such as poor tumor visualization. In her highly cited 2022 paper, "The Role of ICG in Robot-Assisted Liver Resections" (18 citations), she demonstrated how ICG, which accumulates in hepatic masses, can be visualized with near-infrared cameras to dramatically improve intraoperative precision. This contribution has been pivotal in enhancing the safety and efficacy of minimally invasive liver resections, directly influencing surgical protocols. Dr. Heß’s research bridges the gap between cutting-edge robotic technology and practical, real-time surgical guidance, marking her as a key innovator in the field. Her work is essential reading for any surgeon or researcher aiming to optimize outcomes in complex liver surgery.