Hiroshi Asanuma

Keio University Hospital, Keio University

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Dr. Hiroshi Asanuma is a leading urological surgeon whose research focuses on refining surgical outcomes for prostate cancer patients, particularly through laparoscopic and robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (LRP/RALP). His work addresses critical postoperative challenges, including urinary incontinence and surgical difficulty. In a key 2022 study (7 citations), Dr. Asanuma identified that a low subcutaneous fat mass is a significant risk factor for developing inguinal hernia after radical prostatectomy, offering a new preoperative risk stratification tool. His 2023 investigation (6 citations) pinpointed predictors of urinary function recovery post-surgery, directly aiding clinicians in managing patient expectations and rehabilitation. Most recently, his 2024 work (3 citations) explored how prostatic shape on preoperative MRI impacts the technical difficulty of RALP, providing insights for surgical planning. By linking patient anatomy and body composition to surgical outcomes, Dr. Asanuma’s research bridges preoperative imaging and personalized surgical care. His growing citation record underscores his contributions to improving quality of life after prostate cancer treatment, making his work essential reading for urologists and researchers dedicated to advancing minimally invasive surgical techniques.