Soichiro Ishihara
Papers
12
Total Citations
185
H-Index
6
About
Dr. Soichiro Ishihara is a leading colorectal surgeon whose research focuses on advancing minimally invasive and robotic surgical techniques for rectal cancer and inflammatory bowel disease. His most impactful work, with 57 citations, compares surgical stress responses across robotic, laparoscopic, and open colorectal resections, establishing robotic surgery as a potentially less traumatic option. He has been instrumental in evaluating robotic sphincter-preserving surgery for rectal cancer, demonstrating superior short-term outcomes over open and laparoscopic approaches through rigorous propensity score analyses. Dr. Ishihara’s contributions extend to lateral lymph node dissection, where he has defined essential anatomy and pioneered stereotactic navigation using intra-abdominal landmarks. His comprehensive reviews on laparoscopic surgery for ulcerative colitis and recent advances in robotic rectal surgery have shaped clinical practice. With over 170 cumulative citations, his work on preoperative chemoradiotherapy and surgical site infection prevention in rectal cancer patients has improved perioperative care. Dr. Ishihara’s research consistently bridges surgical innovation with evidence-based outcomes, making him a key figure in the evolution of colorectal surgery.
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- 2Laparoscopic surgery for ulcerative colitis: a review of the literature47 citations · 2014
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- 4Recent advances in robotic surgery for rectal cancer15 citations · 2015
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- 6Essential anatomy for lateral lymph node dissection7 citations · 2023
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