Papers
5
Total Citations
24
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About
Shinya Ohara is a pioneering urologic surgeon whose work has advanced the frontiers of robot-assisted surgery for genitourinary cancers. His primary research focuses on comparing the efficacy and safety of robotic platforms against traditional laparoscopic techniques for complex procedures. Ohara’s most influential study, comparing initial experiences of robot-assisted radical cystectomy (RARC) with laparoscopic radical cystectomy (LRC) for bladder cancer, has garnered 12 citations and provides critical early evidence for adopting robotic methods. He has also made significant contributions to partial nephrectomy, demonstrating the perioperative advantages of the robotic approach for renal tumors up to 7 cm. Beyond clinical outcomes, Ohara is deeply invested in surgical education and skill retention. His work on the Mimic dV-Trainer, assessing how urologic surgeons retain robot-assisted skills over time, is foundational for training curricula. Additionally, his investigation into complications such as infected pelvic lymphoceles after robot-assisted radical prostatectomy highlights his commitment to improving patient safety. Through these efforts, Ohara has helped shape the evidence base that supports the transition from laparoscopic to robotic surgery in urology, directly impacting how surgeons train and how patients are treated.
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- 4[Robot-Assisted Partial Nephrectomy for Renal Tumor ≤7 cm in Diameter].2 citations · 2018
- 5[Infected Pelvic Lymphocele after Robot-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy].2 citations · 2019