Naoki Sano

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Naoki Sano is a radiation oncology researcher whose work centers on improving the precision and efficacy of radiotherapy, particularly through surface-guided radiotherapy (SGRT) and stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT). His most cited study, "Evaluation of the detection accuracy of set-up for various treatment sites using surface-guided radiotherapy system, VOXELAN: a phantom study" (2022, 9 citations), provides critical insights into the clinical utility of 3D body scanning for patient positioning across different anatomical sites, using a whole-body phantom to validate detection accuracy. This work directly supports safer, more accurate radiation delivery by reducing setup errors. Sano also contributed to the growing field of oligometastasis management with his 2019 paper on "Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy for Lymph Node Oligometastases" (2 citations), exploring SBRT’s role in treating limited metastatic spread. His research bridges technological validation and clinical application, offering practical guidance for integrating advanced imaging and motion management into routine practice. For students and researchers, Sano’s work underscores the importance of rigorous phantom studies in translating novel radiotherapy technologies from bench to bedside, highlighting how precise setup verification can enhance treatment outcomes and patient safety.