Manabu Nakata

Kyoto University, Kyoto University Hospital

Papers

Total Citations

129

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About

Manabu Nakata is a leading figure in the field of stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS), with a focused expertise in frameless treatment accuracy and motion management. His major contributions center on quantifying and improving the geometric precision of advanced radiotherapy systems, particularly for intracranial applications. His most-cited work (119 citations) rigorously assessed the overall geometric accuracy of the Novalis system combined with a 6D robotic couch, analyzing correction accuracy and uncertainty in frameless stereotactic radiotherapy—a foundational study for clinical adoption of non-invasive SRS. Nakata also advanced understanding of patient motion during treatment, evaluating intrafractional head motion for intracranial SRS using a thermoplastic frameless mask and ceiling-floor-mounted image guidance. His research directly addresses the critical challenge of maintaining sub-millimeter accuracy without invasive frames, enabling safer, more comfortable treatments. Through meticulous validation of robotic couch corrections and real-time motion tracking, Nakata has helped establish the reliability of frameless SRS, influencing clinical protocols and device development. His work remains essential for practitioners seeking to optimize precision in modern radiosurgery, with his findings continuing to guide quality assurance and treatment planning in high-stakes cranial radiation therapy.