Byung Ha Jung

Yonsei University, Japanese Urological Association

Papers

4

Total Citations

79

H-Index

4

About

Byung Ha Jung is a pioneering urologic surgeon and researcher whose work centers on advancing partial nephrectomy techniques to maximize renal function preservation while ensuring oncological safety. His major contributions include developing a novel mathematical model that preoperatively calculates resected and ischemic volume (RAIV) to predict postoperative functional decline—a tool that has reshaped surgical planning for kidney cancer patients. This formula, detailed in his most-cited paper (31 citations), enables surgeons to forecast nephron loss and tailor procedures accordingly. Jung also demonstrated that laparoendoscopic single-site robot-assisted partial nephrectomy (LESS-RAPN) significantly reduces postoperative wound pain without increasing complication rates (29 citations), advancing minimally invasive urology. His research on selective-clamp techniques and strategic roadmaps for functional preservation (13 and 6 citations, respectively) further underscores his impact, with cumulative citations exceeding 80. By integrating precise volumetric analysis with innovative surgical approaches, Jung has provided a framework for improving long-term renal outcomes, making his work essential reading for urologists and researchers dedicated to nephron-sparing surgery.

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Papers
79
Total Citations
20
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
A Novel Mathematical Model to Predict the Severity of Postoperative Functional Reduction before Partial Nephrectomy: The Importance of Calculating Resected and Ischemic Volume
31 citations · 2014
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2014 (3 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 22
🏛 Institutions: Yonsei University, Japanese Urological Association

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