Koji Iida

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Koji Iida is a leading neurosurgeon and researcher whose work centers on the surgical treatment of drug-resistant epilepsy, with a particular focus on stereoelectroencephalography (SEEG). His major contributions lie in advancing the safety and efficacy of invasive epilepsy monitoring, a critical step for localizing the epileptogenic zone in patients who do not respond to medication. Iida’s most-cited paper, “Stereoelectroencephalography: Indication and Efficacy” (2017, 87 citations), provides a foundational analysis of SEEG methodology, emphasizing the importance of anatomo-electro-clinical correlations in guiding electrode placement. This work has helped shape modern protocols for invasive monitoring, directly impacting surgical outcomes. More recently, his case report on retained intracerebral depth electrodes (2024) addresses a rare but significant complication of SEEG, contributing to patient safety discussions. Notably, Iida has been instrumental in the adoption of robot-guided SEEG in Japan following its national health insurance coverage in 2020, bridging technological innovation with clinical practice. His research continues to refine epilepsy surgery techniques, offering hope to patients with refractory seizures. With a growing citation impact and a focus on translational outcomes, Iida stands as a key figure in the evolution of stereotactic epilepsy surgery.