Sang-Bum Yoo

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Dr. Sang-Bum Yoo is a colorectal surgeon whose research focuses on optimizing perioperative care, particularly the use of prophylactic antibiotics in elective colorectal surgery. His most notable contribution is a prospective, multicenter, randomized trial that compared 3-day versus 5-day antibiotic regimens after elective colorectal procedures. This 2010 study, cited 5 times, addressed a critical gap in Korean surgical practice by challenging the conventional extended antibiotic duration. The work demonstrated that shorter antibiotic courses could be equally effective, potentially reducing antibiotic resistance, side effects, and healthcare costs. Dr. Yoo’s research has helped refine postoperative protocols, emphasizing evidence-based, patient-centered surgical care. His findings contribute to the broader global conversation on antimicrobial stewardship in surgery. By conducting a multicenter trial, he strengthened the validity of his conclusions, offering practical guidance for clinicians. Dr. Yoo’s dedication to improving surgical outcomes through rigorous clinical research marks him as a thoughtful contributor to colorectal surgery, with his work serving as a foundation for future studies on infection prevention and recovery optimization.