Naoki Aizawa
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About
Naoki Aizawa is a leading urological researcher whose work centers on improving functional outcomes after robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP), with a particular focus on urinary continence and lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). His major contributions include pioneering the use of perioperative, ultrasound-guided pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT) to accelerate the recovery of urinary continence after surgery. His 2018 study on this topic, which has garnered 38 citations, demonstrated that real-time visualization of the bladder neck and urethra via transperineal ultrasound can enhance a patient’s ability to perform effective pelvic floor contractions, leading to earlier continence restoration. Additionally, his 2019 work, with 16 citations, provided a detailed longitudinal analysis of LUTS and various types of urinary incontinence following RARP, using validated questionnaires to map the trajectory of symptom changes. This research offers critical insights for managing patient expectations and tailoring postoperative care. Aizawa’s work is notable for its practical, patient-centered approach, directly translating imaging technology into a rehabilitative strategy that improves quality of life for prostate cancer survivors.
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