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Mari Yamasaki is a clinical researcher whose work bridges urology and ophthalmology, with a particular focus on the ocular complications associated with robotic-assisted laparoscopic radical prostatectomy (RALP). Her most recognized contributions center on understanding how the steep Trendelenburg positioning required during RALP affects intraocular pressure and retinal health. In her 2018 study (12 citations), she demonstrated measurable effects on retinal structure and function during these procedures, raising important safety considerations for surgical teams. Building on this, her 2019 work (7 citations) specifically examined glaucoma patients undergoing RALP, tracking retinal nerve fiber layer thickness progression — a clinically significant finding for a population already vulnerable to optic nerve damage. Yamasaki has also contributed to urological oncology more broadly, investigating predictive factors for pathological downgrading in high-grade prostate cancer (Gleason score 4+3 or higher), offering insights that could refine risk stratification and treatment planning. With a total citation footprint reflecting growing recognition across ophthalmology and urology communities, her interdisciplinary approach highlights an often-overlooked dimension of surgical safety, making her research especially valuable for surgeons, anesthesiologists, and glaucoma specialists involved in the perioperative care of prostate cancer patients.