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Total Citations
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About
Dr. Yo Kurashima is a pioneering surgeon-scientist whose research centers on advancing minimally invasive surgical techniques, particularly in robotic and laparoscopic gastrectomy and esophagectomy for gastric and esophageal cancers. His major contributions include the development of the “preemptive retropancreatic approach” for suprapancreatic lymph node dissection, a technique that minimizes pancreatic compression and reduces the risk of postoperative pancreatic fistula—a critical innovation in robotic distal gastrectomy. Dr. Kurashima has also validated a porcine organ model for training essential laparoscopic skills, providing a standardized platform for competency assessment outside the operating room. His work on tele-robotic distal gastrectomy using the Japanese-made hinotori™ system, demonstrated on cadavers, showcases his leadership in integrating novel robotic platforms into surgical practice. With over 80 citations across his top-cited papers, including studies on real-time vessel navigation with indocyanine green fluorescence and delta-shaped anastomosis, his research has directly improved surgical safety and outcomes. Dr. Kurashima’s achievements underscore his role as a key innovator in robotic gastrointestinal surgery, shaping both training methodologies and operative techniques for the next generation of surgeons.
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- 2Tele‐robotic distal gastrectomy with lymph node dissection on a cadaver22 citations · 2023
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