Nikolaos Kopsacheilis

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

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Nikolaos Kopsacheilis is a researcher whose work centers on the intersection of surgical positioning and ocular health, with a particular focus on intraocular pressure (IOP) dynamics. His most cited paper, "The Impact of Steep Trendelenburg Position on Intraocular Pressure" (2022, 28 citations), investigates how the steep head-down tilt used in robotic and laparoscopic surgeries can dangerously elevate IOP, potentially leading to postoperative visual loss, glaucoma, or retinal detachment. This contribution is critical for anesthesiologists and surgeons, as it highlights a modifiable risk factor in procedures lasting several hours. Kopsacheilis’s research bridges ophthalmology and surgical safety, offering evidence-based insights to prevent ocular complications in patients undergoing prolonged Trendelenburg positioning. His work has been cited by peers developing intraoperative monitoring protocols and positioning guidelines, underscoring its practical impact. By quantifying the relationship between surgical posture and ocular pressure, Kopsacheilis has advanced patient safety in minimally invasive surgery, making his findings essential reading for clinicians and researchers aiming to mitigate vision-related risks in the operating room.