Nagahide Matsumura

Wakayama Medical University, Kinan Hospital

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Dr. Nagahide Matsumura is a urologic surgeon and researcher whose work focuses on improving functional outcomes and quality of life after prostate cancer surgery. His primary research areas include radical prostatectomy techniques—both robot-assisted and laparoscopic—and the critical factors influencing postoperative urinary continence. Dr. Matsumura’s most impactful contribution is his landmark study on the association between the length of the resected membranous urethra and urinary incontinence after radical prostatectomy (23 citations). This work provided surgeons with a measurable anatomical target to preserve continence, directly influencing surgical planning. He has also conducted important comparative research on health-related quality of life following robot-assisted versus laparoscopic radical prostatectomy (17 citations), helping to guide surgical decision-making. Beyond his core work in oncology, Dr. Matsumura has contributed to the literature on rare urologic malignancies, including a notable case report on undifferentiated pleomorphic sarcoma of the prostate in a young man (6 citations). His research bridges surgical technique and patient-centered outcomes, offering practical insights that improve recovery and long-term well-being for men undergoing prostate cancer treatment.