Sam Siddighi

Loma Linda University, Loma Linda University Health Care

Papers

Total Citations

190

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About

Dr. Sam Siddighi is a pioneering urogynecologic surgeon whose work centers on advancing surgical precision and patient outcomes in pelvic reconstructive surgery. His most impactful contribution is the development of indocyanine green (ICG) for intraoperative ureter localization, a technique detailed in his highly cited 2014 paper (144 citations). This innovation has significantly reduced the risk of ureteral injury during complex pelvic procedures, offering surgeons a real-time, fluorescence-guided method to identify and protect the ureter. Dr. Siddighi has also made critical contributions to understanding postoperative complications, notably through his 2018 study comparing urinary retention rates after vaginal versus robotic transabdominal pelvic organ prolapse repair (33 citations). His research identified key risk factors for postoperative urinary retention, helping to refine surgical counseling and perioperative management. Additionally, his work on lighted stents for robotic-assisted laparoscopic ureterovaginal fistula repair (2012, 13 citations) demonstrates his commitment to integrating novel technologies to solve challenging surgical problems. Through these contributions, Dr. Siddighi has not only advanced the technical safety of urogynecologic surgery but also provided evidence-based insights that directly improve patient recovery and quality of life.