Shigeaki Kurihara

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Shigeaki Kurihara is a leading figure in hepatobiliary surgery, with a focused expertise in robotic-assisted hepatectomy and advanced intraoperative imaging. His major contribution lies in validating the efficacy of indocyanine green (ICG) fluorescence imaging for real-time tumor localization during robot-assisted liver resections. In his landmark 2023 study, Kurihara demonstrated that preoperative ICG administration (0.5 mg/kg) enables precise visualization of hepatic tumors in a cohort of 30 patients with 33 lesions, significantly enhancing surgical accuracy and margin clearance. This work, which has already garnered 15 citations, addresses a critical challenge in minimally invasive liver surgery—the reliable identification of non-palpable tumors. By integrating fluorescence guidance with robotic platforms, Kurihara’s research bridges the gap between technological innovation and clinical practicality, offering a reproducible method to improve oncologic outcomes. His findings have immediate implications for reducing recurrence rates and expanding the indications for robot-assisted hepatectomy. As a pioneer in this niche, Kurihara continues to shape the future of precision hepatobiliary surgery, making his work essential reading for surgeons and researchers advancing minimally invasive oncologic techniques.