About

Dr. Jun Nakashima is a leading Japanese urologic surgeon and researcher whose work has fundamentally advanced the field of robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP), particularly in Asian populations. His research focuses on optimizing surgical outcomes, predicting biochemical recurrence, and improving postoperative quality of life for prostate cancer patients. Dr. Nakashima’s major contributions include characterizing the learning curve for RARP in a Japanese cohort (36 citations) and developing a novel risk stratification model for biochemical recurrence based on an analysis of 784 patients (31 citations). He has also pioneered surgical techniques to enhance recovery, such as lateral bladder neck preservation to improve urinary continence (21 citations). His work on preoperative predictors for positive surgical margins and the clinical significance of micro-lymphatic invasion has provided critical guidance for surgical planning. With over 170 total citations across his most-cited papers, Dr. Nakashima’s research has established evidence-based benchmarks for RARP in Japan, directly influencing clinical practice and patient outcomes. His dedication to refining robotic surgical techniques and personalizing prognostic assessments makes him a key figure in the global urologic oncology community.

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H-Index
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Papers
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Total Citations
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Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Learning Curve and Perioperative Outcomes of Robot-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy in 200 Initial Japanese Cases by a Single Surgeon
36 citations · 2013
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2013 (3 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 26
🏛 Institutions: Tokyo Medical University, Sanno Medical Center, Tokyo Medical University Hospital, International University of Health and Welfare

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