Yoshimasa Kurimura
Hiroshima University, Chubu Electric Power (Japan), Fukushima Medical University
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3
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23
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About
Yoshimasa Kurimura is a dedicated urological researcher whose work focuses on improving patient outcomes following robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP), particularly in the domains of urinary continence and sexual function. His major contributions center on developing predictive tools and rehabilitative strategies to enhance post-surgical quality of life. Notably, his prospective study on the preoperative pad test established it as a valuable predictor for urinary incontinence and quality of life after RARP, garnering 12 citations. He also pioneered the investigation of low-intensity extracorporeal shock wave therapy (LIESWT) for long-term penile rehabilitation, demonstrating its efficacy for sexual and erectile function recovery in a pilot study with 7 citations. Additionally, Kurimura introduced a novel classification system using hierarchical cluster analysis of perioperative membranous urethral length changes to predict both urinary incontinence and overactive bladder symptoms, a work cited 4 times. Through these innovative, patient-centered studies, Kurimura has significantly advanced the understanding of post-prostatectomy recovery, offering clinicians evidence-based tools to better counsel and treat patients, ultimately improving their long-term well-being.
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