Dong Woo Han
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About
Dong Woo Han is a clinical anesthesiologist and researcher whose work centers on the intersection of anesthetic pharmacology and the physiological challenges posed by robot-assisted laparoscopic surgery, particularly radical prostatectomy. His research addresses a critical gap in perioperative medicine: understanding how anesthetic agents and ventilation strategies influence systemic responses in patients undergoing procedures that combine pneumoperitoneum, steep Trendelenburg positioning, and prolonged surgical duration. Han's most impactful contributions examine how propofol modulates the inflammatory cascade during robot-assisted laparoscopic radical prostatectomy, work that has garnered 31 citations and offers practical guidance for anesthetic selection in minimally invasive urological surgery. His investigation into the effects of positive end-expiratory pressure on intraocular pressure and optic nerve sheath diameter — cited 28 times — addresses patient safety concerns around intracranial hypertension in a widely performed surgical posture. Further work exploring dexmedetomidine's role in stabilizing ventricular repolarization markers such as QTc and Tpeak–Tend intervals reflects his sustained interest in cardiac safety during anesthesia. Collectively, Han's research provides evidence-based frameworks for optimizing anesthetic management in complex laparoscopic environments, contributing meaningfully to safer perioperative care protocols.
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