Hidehiko Kitagami
Papers
2
Total Citations
9
H-Index
2
About
Hidehiko Kitagami is a pioneering figure in robotic gastrointestinal surgery, with a focused expertise in minimally invasive techniques for gastric and esophageal cancers. His major contributions center on refining complex anastomotic procedures to enhance surgical precision and patient recovery. In his seminal 2017 work, Kitagami introduced the technique of totally robotic delta-shaped anastomosis in distal gastrectomy, demonstrating how to adapt a successful laparoscopic reconstruction method for the robotic platform—a critical step in expanding the role of robotics in gastric cancer surgery. This paper, with 5 citations, laid the groundwork for safer, more efficient intracorporeal Billroth-I anastomosis. More recently, his 2025 protocol for robot-assisted minimally invasive esophagectomy, garnering 4 citations, addresses the pressing need for standardization in esophageal cancer surgery. By outlining steps to improve efficiency and reduce costs, Kitagami’s work directly impacts surgical practice, making advanced robotic procedures more accessible. His research not only advances technical frontiers but also emphasizes practical, cost-effective solutions, marking him as a leader in translating robotic innovation into routine clinical care.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1
- 2