Tatsuya Otaki
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Tatsuya Otaki is a urologic surgeon and researcher whose work focuses on the intersection of surgical outcomes, patient physiology, and robotic-assisted procedures. His primary research areas include the pathophysiology of inguinal hernia development following robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP), as well as the broader implications of sarcopenia and muscle wasting on postoperative complications. Otaki’s most cited study, “Clinical impact of psoas muscle volume on the development of inguinal hernia after robot-assisted radical prostatectomy” (2020, 27 citations), represents a significant contribution to the field by identifying low psoas muscle volume as a novel, independent risk factor for post-RARP inguinal hernia. This finding has practical implications for preoperative risk stratification and patient counseling, linking frailty metrics directly to surgical outcomes. While his citation count is still growing, the work has been recognized for its translational value, bridging the gap between geriatric assessment and urologic oncology. Otaki’s research is particularly relevant for surgeons and residents seeking to understand how modifiable patient factors—such as muscle mass—can influence recovery and long-term quality of life after robotic surgery.
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