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  • 1Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, The Ohio State University Medical Center, The James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute, Columbus, OH 43210, USA.

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Transoral robotic surgery (TORS) offers improved minimally invasive access to the head and neck region. This technology is reshaping treatment paradigms for various head and neck diseases, with ongoing innovation expected.

Area of Science:

  • Minimally invasive surgery
  • Surgical robotics
  • Head and neck oncology

Background:

  • Transoral robotic surgery (TORS) adoption in head and neck procedures has accelerated since its clinical introduction in 2005.
  • FDA approval of the da Vinci robot in 2009 further propelled TORS into mainstream practice.
  • The technology enhances surgical access to the oropharynx and larynx, challenging traditional treatment approaches.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an overview of the current landscape of transoral robotic surgery.
  • To explore the evolving applications and future potential of TORS in head and neck surgery.
  • To examine how TORS is reconsidering historical treatment paradigms for upper aerodigestive tract malignancies.

Main Methods:

  • Review of historical development and adoption trends of TORS.
Keywords:
Robotic surgery

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  • Analysis of current applications in malignant and nonmalignant head and neck diseases.
  • Discussion of technological advancements and future directions in surgical robotics for head and neck procedures.

    • Main Results:

    • TORS provides enhanced minimally invasive access, improving procedural capabilities in the head and neck.
    • Innovative procedures are being developed, expanding the utility of TORS for diverse head and neck conditions.
    • The field is dynamic, with continuous technological improvements and market competition driving innovation.

    Conclusions:

    • Transoral robotic surgery represents a significant advancement in head and neck surgical oncology.
    • The technology is poised to continue transforming treatment strategies and patient outcomes.
    • Future innovations in surgical robotics will likely expand the scope and efficacy of TORS.