Hirohito Naito
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About
Dr. Hirohito Naito is a urological surgeon and researcher whose work centers on improving surgical outcomes and safety in robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP) and addressing occupational hazards in urology. His major contributions include evaluating how the COVID-19 pandemic altered surgical practices and treatment behaviors, as documented in a 2024 study analyzing 208 RARP cases at a single tertiary center. Dr. Naito has also advanced nerve-sparing techniques, demonstrating that omitting nerve-sparing in patients without PI-RADS ≥3 lesions or high-grade biopsy patterns in the peripheral zone can maintain oncological safety. Beyond surgical technique, he has led a landmark 15-year, multi-institutional review of needlestick injuries during urological surgery across seven Japanese institutions, providing critical data to improve operating room safety. Though his most-cited papers currently hold 1–2 citations each, their recency (2024–2025) signals emerging impact. Dr. Naito’s work bridges clinical innovation and occupational health, making him a rising voice in evidence-based urological practice.
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