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Magis Mandapathil1, Umamaheswar Duvvuri2, Christian Güldner1
1Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, University of Marburg, Germany.
Introduction:
Transoral resection of pharyngeal tumors with acceptable oncological and functional results can be challenging due to their location in a narrow anatomic space.
Case Presentation:
In this case report, we demonstrate successful visualization and resection of a squamous cell carcinoma of the oropharynx using the novel Medrobotics(®) Flex(®) System. The Medrobotics(®) Flex(®) System (Medrobotics Corp., Raynham, MA, USA) is an operator controlled flexible endoscope system that includes a rigid endoscope and computer-assisted controllers, with two external channels for the use of compatible, 3.5mm flexible instruments.
Discussion:
In a 74-year old female patient a T1 squamous cell carcinoma of the oropharynx was visualized and completely resected using this system. The Medrobotics(®) Flex(®) System is a promising device for transoral approaches in resection of tumors within the pharynx.
Conclusion:
Good visualization, access, and flexibility of the endoscope and instruments are hereby clear advantages of the system compared to commonly used systems.
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