Tae-Kyung Yoo
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About
Dr. Tae-Kyung Yoo is a pioneering breast surgeon whose research focuses on advancing minimally invasive and oncoplastic techniques in breast cancer surgery. Her major contributions center on refining robotic nipple-sparing mastectomy (RNSM), particularly through the development of a tumescent-free approach using the da Vinci single-port system. This innovation directly addresses a critical concern—tumescent injection can impair blood flow to the skin flap and nipple-areolar complex, increasing necrosis risk. By eliminating tumescent use, Dr. Yoo’s work enhances both safety and operative efficiency, as demonstrated in her 2024 study (4 citations). She has also compared single-port robot-assisted versus conventional NSM with immediate reconstruction (2025, 2 citations), and investigated the impact of tumor-to-nipple distance on RNSM outcomes (2025, 1 citation). Beyond robotic surgery, Dr. Yoo has surveyed trends in oncoplastic breast surgery across Korea (2025, 1 citation), highlighting her commitment to integrating cosmetic outcomes with oncological safety. Her research is shaping next-generation breast conservation, offering patients reduced morbidity and improved aesthetic results. With a growing citation footprint, Dr. Yoo is a rising leader in robotic breast surgery and oncoplastic innovation.
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