Yu-Kyung Cho
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Dr. Yu-Kyung Cho is a clinician-researcher specializing in gastroenterology and radiation oncology, with a particular focus on the gastrointestinal complications of advanced radiotherapy techniques. Her work addresses the critical intersection of high-dose, precisely targeted radiation—such as that delivered by the CyberKnife robotic system—and the resulting acute injuries to the stomach and duodenum. In her seminal 2007 case report, Dr. Cho documented the first detailed instance of acute gastroduodenal injury following CyberKnife therapy, highlighting the risks inherent in hypofractionated, high-dose regimens. This contribution, though modest in citation count (2), has served as an important clinical reference for oncologists and gastroenterologists managing patients undergoing stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT). By drawing attention to the potential for severe mucosal damage in organs at risk, Dr. Cho’s work has helped shape safer treatment planning and post-procedure monitoring protocols. Her research underscores the need for multidisciplinary vigilance in the era of precision radiotherapy, making her a valuable voice in the ongoing effort to balance therapeutic efficacy with patient safety in gastrointestinal oncology.
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