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Transoral Robotic Surgery.

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    AORN Journal
    |December 31, 2016
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    Transoral robotic surgery (TORS) offers a minimally invasive approach for treating oral, throat, and skull base cancers. This robotic technique enables deeper access and precise dissection in challenging anatomical areas.

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    Area of Science:

    • Oncology
    • Surgical Robotics
    • Head and Neck Surgery

    Background:

    • Transoral robotic surgery (TORS) is an advanced technique for treating cancers of the oral cavity, throat, and skull base.
    • It utilizes a minimally invasive, robotic approach through the mouth and throat.
    • TORS allows for enhanced visualization and access to difficult-to-reach areas.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To provide a comprehensive overview of Transoral Robotic Surgery (TORS) for head and neck cancers.
    • To discuss the applications, benefits, and considerations of TORS in treating oral, throat, and skull base malignancies.
    • To outline the role of the surgical team in TORS patient care.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of TORS procedures for oral, throat, and skull base cancers.
    Keywords:
    TORShead and neck canceroral cancerrobotic surgerytransoral surgery

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  • Discussion of specialized instrumentation and patient selection criteria for TORS.
  • Analysis of surgical advantages, disadvantages, and patient benefits.

    • Main Results:

    • TORS facilitates deeper access and dissection of neoplastic growths in the oral cavity and extending to the skull base.
    • Robotic surgery enables operations in confined spaces, avoiding large open incisions.
    • The article details symptoms, risk factors, and the comprehensive care required for TORS patients.

    Conclusions:

    • TORS represents a significant advancement in minimally invasive treatment for head and neck cancers.
    • The technique offers improved access and precision, potentially leading to better patient outcomes.
    • Effective patient selection and multidisciplinary team collaboration are crucial for successful TORS procedures.