Masakazu Kotoda
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About
Masakazu Kotoda is an anesthesiology researcher whose work focuses on the cerebral physiological effects of surgical positioning and pneumoperitoneum—key concerns in modern robot-assisted and laparoscopic surgeries. His research primarily investigates how the combination of abdominal insufflation and the Trendelenburg (head-down) position impacts cerebral oxygenation and microvascular function. In his most-cited study (2019, 23 citations), Kotoda prospectively evaluated changes in cerebral regional oxygen saturation (rSO2) during pneumoperitoneum and Trendelenburg positioning under propofol anesthesia, providing critical insights into the relationship between these surgical maneuvers and cerebral hemodynamics. Expanding on this, his 2022 study pioneered the direct investigation of pneumoperitoneum and head-down maneuvers on the cerebral microvasculature using a rabbit model—a novel approach that addresses a significant gap in understanding the microcirculatory consequences of these increasingly common surgical techniques. Kotoda’s work is particularly relevant for anesthesiologists and surgeons performing robotic surgeries, as it helps clarify the physiological risks and guides safer perioperative management. His contributions represent an important step toward optimizing cerebral protection during minimally invasive procedures.
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