Shimpei Maruoka
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66
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About
Shimpei Maruoka is a leading surgical oncologist specializing in minimally invasive treatments for gastric cancer, with a focused expertise in robotic and laparoscopic gastrectomy. His primary research centers on optimizing surgical techniques to improve patient outcomes, particularly through the development of safer, more precise lymph node dissections. Maruoka’s major contributions include pioneering the "robotic radical lymphadenectomy without touching the pancreas," a technique that mitigates the risk of pancreatitis during gastrectomy, and designing a randomized controlled trial comparing robotic versus laparoscopic gastrectomy—a study that has garnered 27 citations for its rigorous protocol. He has also innovated in reconstructive surgery, such as the 180-degree wrap fundoplication during esophagogastrostomy to prevent reflux after proximal gastrectomy, and strategies to prevent internal hernia following total gastrectomy. With a cumulative citation count exceeding 65 across his most-cited works, Maruoka’s research is highly influential in advancing robotic surgery’s role in gastric cancer care. His work is notable for addressing critical technical challenges, directly enhancing surgical safety and recovery for patients.
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