Shigekatsu Maekawa
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About
Shigekatsu Maekawa is a pioneering urologic surgeon and researcher at the forefront of robotic surgery, with a focus on robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP) and partial nephrectomy (RAPN). His work has significantly advanced the understanding of how emerging robotic platforms—such as the hinotori system—compare to the established da Vinci system, particularly in step-specific operative times and surgical outcomes. Maekawa has also made notable contributions to improving patient quality of life, demonstrating that reconstruction of the Retzius space via peritoneal suture following RARP enhances postoperative urinary continence. His research extends to complex surgical scenarios, including concurrent RARP and RAPN for synchronous cancers and nephrectomy in patients with severe scoliosis or horseshoe kidneys, often employing innovative techniques like indocyanine green imaging. With over 30 citations across his most-cited works, Maekawa’s impact is evident in his prospective studies on reducing 3D motion sickness in VR simulators for medical training and his long-term assessments of renal function using scintigraphy. His work bridges technical innovation and patient-centered outcomes, solidifying his role as a leader in minimally invasive urologic oncology.
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