Heikki Seikkula

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Heikki Seikkula is a Finnish urological surgeon and researcher whose work focuses on improving outcomes for prostate cancer patients through minimally invasive surgical techniques and advanced biochemical monitoring. His key research areas include laparoscopic and robot-assisted radical prostatectomy, as well as the use of ultrasensitive PSA testing for post-surgical surveillance. Seikkula contributed significantly to the evidence base for 3D laparoscopic prostatectomy (3D LRP) as a cost-effective alternative to robotic surgery, co-authoring a multicentre study that demonstrated its feasibility and safety. This work has informed surgical practice in settings where robotic platforms are less accessible. Additionally, his 2024 study on ultrasensitive PSA, involving over 1,800 patients from Turku University Hospital, provides critical insight into predicting biochemical recurrence after prostatectomy. While his citation counts are still growing, these contributions represent important steps in refining prostate cancer care. Seikkula’s research bridges surgical innovation and precision oncology, offering practical tools for clinicians and improving prognostic accuracy for patients.