Masashi Kusakabe
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About
Dr. Masashi Kusakabe is a urologic surgeon whose research focuses on advancing surgical techniques for kidney and bladder cancers, with a particular emphasis on robotic-assisted procedures and enhanced recovery protocols. His most impactful work examines the benefits of combining robot-assisted radical cystectomy (RARC) with enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) programs for muscle-invasive bladder cancer, a study that has garnered 9 citations since 2023. Dr. Kusakabe has also made significant contributions to nephron-sparing surgery, demonstrating the feasibility of off-clamp open partial nephrectomy without renorrhaphy for larger renal tumors (≥T1b), a technique that reduces warm ischemia time. His clinical expertise is further evidenced by case reports documenting rare complications, including asymptomatic renal granuloma years after BCG therapy and airway obstruction from subcutaneous emphysema during robotic partial nephrectomy. These publications highlight his commitment to refining surgical safety and outcomes. With a growing body of work that bridges innovative surgical methods and patient-centered recovery, Dr. Kusakabe is establishing himself as a thoughtful contributor to the evolution of minimally invasive urologic oncology.
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