Robotic surgery in the field of head and neck surgery is mainly performed for the removal of tumors from the oral cavity (Trans Oral ROBOTIC SURGERY (TORS).
Tumors in the pharyngeal cavity (ortoglottis) are most often caused by smoking and alcohol consumption, as well as papilloma virus (HPV).
Treatment is determined by the size of the tumor and the stage of the disease at which it is diagnosed. Surgical treatment is performed with the help of a robot. The main advantage of using a robot is the possibility of conducting oral surgery without incisions on the face or jaws. Other advantages are excellent visibility through a 3D camera and thin robot arms that provide maneuverability and accuracy far superior to human hands. Thus, the tumor can be completely and safely removed, reducing the damage to healthy tissues and maintaining the quality of life of patients
In recent years, operations with the help of robots received a significant boost, and today these operations are usually performed in various areas of modern surgery. But it is important to remember that a robot is just a device behind which there is a surgeon who controls it.
This surgeon should be experienced both in various surgical methods and in understanding oncological diseases and planning their treatment.