Masafumi Otsuka
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About
Masafumi Otsuka is a urologic surgeon and researcher whose work centers on improving surgical outcomes in prostate cancer treatment, with a particular focus on robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP). His key research areas include surgical anatomy, intraoperative blood loss prediction, and biochemical recurrence risk stratification. Otsuka’s major contribution is the development of the "prostate-muscle index" (PMI), a novel pelvic cavity measurement that predicts estimated blood loss and console time during RARP—a practical tool that enhances preoperative planning and surgical safety. His 2022 study on PMI has garnered 10 citations, reflecting its clinical relevance. Additionally, his 2018 work on factors predicting biochemical recurrence after radical prostatectomy in patients with clinical T3 prostate cancer, though with 3 citations, addresses a critical gap in cancer control for advanced disease. Otsuka’s research bridges anatomical innovation and oncologic outcomes, offering tangible benefits for surgeons and patients navigating complex prostate cancer management.
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