Michihiro Yabe
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132
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About
Michihiro Yabe is a leading urological surgeon whose research focuses on improving functional outcomes after robot-assisted laparoscopic radical prostatectomy (RARP), particularly urinary continence and quality of life. His major contributions center on identifying preoperative anatomical and systemic factors—such as pelvic features, atherosclerosis, and vesical adaptation—that predict early recovery or exacerbation of lower urinary tract symptoms. Notably, his work demonstrated that the timing of urinary pad exchanges is the most critical factor affecting early postoperative quality of life, and that atherosclerosis can predict both transient overactive bladder and delayed recovery of lower urinary tract function. With key papers accumulating over 130 citations, Yabe’s studies have shaped surgical techniques and postoperative care protocols, including the use of barbed sutures to minimize tissue damage. His research bridges anatomical insight with patient-reported outcomes, offering practical guidance for enhancing continence recovery. Yabe’s systematic approach—from preoperative risk stratification to longitudinal symptom tracking—has established him as a key voice in robotic prostatectomy rehabilitation, making his work essential reading for clinicians and researchers aiming to optimize patient recovery after prostate cancer surgery.
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