Shunsuke Kubota

Hirosaki University

Papers

2

Total Citations

25

H-Index

2

About

Shunsuke Kubota is a leading colorectal surgeon whose research focuses on advancing minimally invasive techniques for rectal cancer treatment, particularly robotic-assisted surgery. His work centers on improving functional outcomes and quality of life for patients undergoing total mesorectal excision (TME). Kubota’s most cited study, with 20 citations, demonstrates that robotic surgery significantly preserves bowel and urinary function compared to transanal and conventional laparoscopic approaches, offering a critical advantage in lower rectal cancer care. He further explores the role of robotic-assisted surgery following neoadjuvant chemotherapy, showing its safety and efficacy in this challenging context. By comparing perioperative outcomes with and without neoadjuvant treatment, Kubota provides essential evidence for optimizing surgical timing and technique. His contributions are shaping modern colorectal oncology, emphasizing function preservation alongside oncologic safety. With a growing citation record and a focus on patient-centered outcomes, Kubota is at the forefront of integrating robotics into rectal cancer surgery, making him a key figure for students and researchers interested in the future of surgical innovation.

Research Focus

Key Achievements

2
H-Index
2
Papers
25
Total Citations
13
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Robotic surgery contributes to the preservation of bowel and urinary function after total mesorectal excision: comparisons with transanal and conventional laparoscopic surgery
20 citations · 2022
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2022 (2 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 14
🏛 Institutions: Hirosaki University

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