Naofumi Nomura
Papers
2
Total Citations
4
H-Index
2
About
Dr. Naofumi Nomura is a urologic surgeon and researcher whose work centers on advancing minimally invasive surgical techniques for the treatment of renal and prostate cancers. His major contributions lie in evaluating the safety and efficacy of robot-assisted procedures compared to traditional laparoscopic approaches. In a pivotal 2018 study, Dr. Nomura compared robot-assisted partial nephrectomy (RAPN) with laparoscopic partial nephrectomy (LPN) for renal tumors up to 7 cm in diameter, providing critical data on perioperative outcomes for cT1 tumors. He has also investigated complications following robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP), specifically focusing on the incidence of infected pelvic lymphoceles (IPL) in patients undergoing transperitoneal RARP with limited lymph node dissection. While his most-cited papers have garnered 2 citations each, they represent foundational work in a rapidly evolving field. Dr. Nomura’s research is instrumental for surgeons and students seeking evidence-based insights into the comparative benefits and risks of robotic urologic oncology, helping to refine surgical decision-making and improve patient recovery.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1[Robot-Assisted Partial Nephrectomy for Renal Tumor ≤7 cm in Diameter].2 citations · 2018
- 2[Infected Pelvic Lymphocele after Robot-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy].2 citations · 2019