Kimihiro Yamashita
Papers
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Total Citations
248
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About
Dr. Kimihiro Yamashita is a leading gastrointestinal surgeon whose research focuses on advancing minimally invasive techniques for colorectal and esophageal cancers. His major contributions center on refining surgical approaches to reduce invasiveness while improving oncologic outcomes. Notably, his work on colorectal cancer has been highly influential, with his 2018 update on surgical treatments accumulating over 110 citations, reflecting its impact on clinical practice. Dr. Yamashita has pioneered novel methods such as the “Modified Bascule Method” for lymphadenectomy during robot-assisted esophagectomy, directly addressing the challenge of recurrent laryngeal nerve palsy—a complication he has shown is significantly reduced with robotic versus conventional approaches (24–26 citations each). He has also advanced laparoscopic right hemicolectomy and hybrid robotic surgery for low rectal cancer combined with transanal total mesorectal excision. His investigations into the true invasiveness of minimally invasive esophagectomy and the efficacy of retrosternal gastric conduit reconstruction demonstrate a commitment to evidence-based surgical innovation. With a portfolio of highly cited papers and a focus on patient-tailored, less invasive treatments, Dr. Yamashita is shaping the future of surgical oncology.
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- 1Recent updates in the surgical treatment of colorectal cancer111 citations · 2018
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