Won Hwa Kim

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Won Hwa Kim is a leading urological researcher whose work focuses on improving the accuracy of prostate cancer staging and treatment planning. Her most-cited study, “Predictors of Extraprostatic Extension in Patients with Prostate Cancer” (2023, 10 citations), makes a critical contribution by identifying key clinical and pathological factors that predict the spread of cancer beyond the prostate gland. By analyzing a large retrospective cohort of nearly 900 patients who underwent robot-assisted laparoscopic radical prostatectomy, Kim’s work provides surgeons and oncologists with evidence-based tools to better assess tumor aggressiveness before surgery. This research directly addresses the challenge of overtreatment and helps guide decisions on nerve-sparing techniques, ultimately aiming to preserve patients’ quality of life without compromising oncological outcomes. While her citation count is still growing, Kim’s focused investigation into predictive modeling for extraprostatic extension represents an important step toward personalized surgical planning in prostate cancer care. Her dedication to refining preoperative risk stratification underscores her commitment to translating clinical data into actionable insights for urologists and their patients.