Koki Nakanishi
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Dr. Koki Nakanishi is a pioneering surgeon-scientist advancing the field of robotic gastric cancer surgery through innovative fluorescence-guided techniques. His primary research focuses on optimizing oncologic precision in minimally invasive gastrectomy, particularly by developing methods to accurately determine tumor margins without tactile feedback—a critical challenge in robotic procedures. His landmark 2022 study on preoperative indocyanine green fluorescence injection for proximal margin assessment during robotic distal gastrectomy (5 citations) introduced a novel solution to a persistent surgical dilemma, demonstrating how near-infrared imaging can compensate for the loss of palpation in robotic surgery. This work addresses a fundamental need for reliable, real-time tumor localization while maintaining oncologic safety. Dr. Nakanishi’s contributions are particularly impactful for surgeons transitioning to robotic platforms, offering a practical, reproducible technique that enhances both precision and patient outcomes. By bridging the gap between advanced technology and surgical necessity, his research is shaping the next generation of image-guided oncologic surgery.
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