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Hani Ibrahim Channir1, Mikkel Hjordt Holm Larsen1, Anders Christensen1
1Afdeling for Øre-Næse-Halskirurgi og Audiologi, Københavns Universitetshospital - Rigshospitalet.
Ugeskrift for Laeger
|September 6, 2022
Summary
Transoral robotic surgery (TORS) offers a minimally invasive approach for head and neck cancers, enhancing visualization and instrumentation. This review explores TORS
Area of Science:
- Minimally invasive surgery
- Head and neck oncology
- Surgical robotics
Background:
- Transoral robotic surgery (TORS) has been a key minimally invasive technique in head and neck surgery for over ten years.
- TORS provides enhanced dexterity and 3D visualization, revolutionizing oropharyngeal procedures.
- Its application has expanded beyond early-stage oropharyngeal cancer to include diagnostic management of unknown head and neck primaries.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the evolution and current applications of transoral robotic surgery (TORS) in head and neck surgery.
- To discuss the broadened indications and future potential of TORS in the field.
- To provide an overview of TORS' development and its impact on patient treatment.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of studies and clinical experiences with TORS in head and neck surgery.
- Analysis of the development trajectory of TORS technology and its adoption.
- Examination of current clinical indications and outcomes associated with TORS.
Main Results:
- TORS has become an established technique for treating early-stage oropharyngeal cancer.
- The scope of TORS indications has significantly widened over the past decade.
- Robotic assistance has improved surgical precision and patient outcomes in head and neck procedures.
Conclusions:
- Transoral robotic surgery (TORS) represents a significant advancement in head and neck surgical oncology.
- Continued innovation and expanded indications suggest a promising future for TORS.
- TORS is integral to modern minimally invasive treatment strategies for various head and neck conditions.
