Gi-Ho Koh
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Gi-Ho Koh is an anesthesiologist and clinical researcher whose work focuses on optimizing perioperative outcomes in patients undergoing robot-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy (RALP). His research addresses two critical challenges in this surgical setting: catheter-related bladder discomfort (CRBD) and elevated intracranial pressure (ICP) induced by pneumoperitoneum and the steep Trendelenburg position. In a landmark 2019 randomized controlled trial, Koh demonstrated that prophylactic ketorolac significantly reduces the incidence and severity of postoperative CRBD, offering a simple, effective intervention for a common and distressing complication. That study has garnered 30 citations. In another highly cited investigation (17 citations), he showed that dexmedetomidine attenuates the rise in optic nerve sheath diameter—a surrogate for ICP—during RALP, suggesting a neuroprotective role for this alpha-2 agonist. By bridging clinical pharmacology with intraoperative physiology, Koh’s work provides evidence-based strategies to enhance patient comfort and safety in minimally invasive urologic surgery. His contributions are particularly valuable for anesthesiologists and surgeons seeking to refine perioperative care in the growing field of robotic surgery.
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