Transoral robotic surgery of the vocal cord

• Published in: Journal of laparoendoscopic & advanced surgical techniques. Part A Vol. 21; no. 2; p. 157
• Main Authors: Blanco, Ray Gervacio F, Ha, Patrick K, Califano, Joseph A, Saunders, John M
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: United States 01.03.2011
• Subjects: Aged; Carcinoma, Squamous Cell - pathology; Carcinoma, Squamous Cell - surgery; Humans; Laryngeal Neoplasms - pathology; Laryngeal Neoplasms - surgery; Laryngoscopy; Male; Robotics; Surgery, Computer-Assisted; Vocal Cords

The standard endoscopic surgical approach in the management of laryngeal lesions is by the use of a laryngoscope, microscope, and laser. This requires the surgeon to work within the confines of the laryngoscope. At times, it requires repositioning of the laryngoscope and microscope to gain access to...