Masatoshi Kudo
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Masatoshi Kudo is a leading figure in interventional endoscopy, with a focused expertise in biliary stent technology and pancreaticobiliary disease management. His major contributions center on improving the safety and efficacy of endoscopic procedures, particularly through the systematic evaluation of covered self-expandable metal stents (C-SEMSs) for malignant biliary obstruction. Kudo’s landmark 2016 study, which has garnered 37 citations, introduced a novel phantom model to quantitatively assess the anti-migration properties of six different C-SEMS designs. By employing a retraction robot to measure resistance force, his work provided the first objective, reproducible benchmark for stent migration—a critical complication that undermines treatment success. This methodological innovation has directly influenced stent design and clinical decision-making, helping endoscopists select devices with optimal anchoring. Beyond this, Kudo has advanced techniques in endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) and developed training models that bridge the gap between bench research and bedside practice. His research is widely cited by gastroenterologists and biomedical engineers seeking to reduce stent-related adverse events, solidifying his reputation as a meticulous investigator whose work enhances patient outcomes in complex biliary interventions.
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