Pernille Øhlenschläger Larsen

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Pernille Øhlenschläger Larsen is a surgical researcher whose work centers on improving outcomes in colorectal cancer surgery, with a particular focus on preventing anastomotic leakage—a serious complication following low-anterior resection. Her key research areas include intraoperative perfusion assessment, fluorescence imaging technology, and the standardization of surgical evaluation methods. Larsen’s major contribution lies in advancing the clinical application of indocyanine green fluorescent imaging (ICG-FI) to assess blood supply to anastomotic sites during robot-assisted surgery. Her most-cited study, a multicenter investigation of interobserver variation in anastomotic perfusion assessment (2023, 20 citations), critically examines the reliability and consistency of this emerging technique, highlighting the need for standardized interpretation protocols to enhance surgical precision and patient safety. This work underscores her commitment to bridging the gap between innovative imaging technologies and reproducible clinical practice. Larsen’s research has significant implications for reducing postoperative complications and improving recovery in colorectal cancer patients, establishing her as a thoughtful voice in the evolution of minimally invasive, image-guided surgery.