Yasuko Okagami
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Yasuko Okagami is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of anesthesiology, ophthalmology, and urologic surgery. Her work focuses on the critical, yet often overlooked, impact of surgical positioning and anesthesia on visual function, particularly in vulnerable patients with pre-existing ocular conditions. Okagami’s major contribution lies in her prospective evaluation of intraocular pressure and visual outcomes during robot-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy—a procedure requiring steep Trendelenburg positioning. Her landmark 2020 study, cited 4 times, provided the first dedicated evidence that patients with ocular diseases can safely undergo this surgery without permanent vision loss, establishing essential perioperative safety guidelines. This work bridges a crucial gap between surgical innovation and patient safety, demonstrating that complex robotic procedures need not compromise ocular health. Okagami’s research is notable for its direct clinical applicability, offering anesthesiologists and urologists actionable data to protect vision in high-risk patients. Her findings continue to inform preoperative counseling and intraoperative monitoring protocols, making her a key voice in the emerging field of perioperative visual protection.
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