WELCOME TO HEAD & NECK ROBOTIC SURGERY IN THE H&N

Robotic Surgery in the H&N

Transforming patient care through precision, minimally invasive techniques, and condition-specific surgical solutions.

Robotic surgery has revolutionized how complex head and neck conditions are approached.
With unmatched visualization, precision instruments, and ergonomic advantages, surgeons can now access anatomically challenging regions while minimizing trauma to surrounding structures.

These techniques are particularly valuable in conditions where function preservation, cosmetic outcomes, and reduced recovery times are critical.

In this section, we explore the three most significant clinical indications for head and neck robotic surgery:

Virtually every procedure in H&N Surgery can be performed with robotic instrumentation and it is likely that Robotic Surgery will continue to expand in clinical practice. Let’s examine the current indications, categorized into two distinct groups of surgical techniques: TransOral Robotic Surgery (TORS) and Robotic Remote Access techniques in H&N Surgery.

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TORS

Cancer of the Oropharynx

Surgical management of oropharyngeal cancer (both in the pharyngeal tonsil and in the base of the tongue) in the main indications for TORS. Learn more.

Cancer of the Larynx

TORS is a minimal access surgical technique (alternative to Transoral Laser Microsurgery, TLM) that can be used for the management of laryngeal cancer. Learn more.

Parapharyngeal Tumours

TORS approach to the parapharyngeal space is a minimal access surgical technique for diseases in this complex anatomical area. Learn more.

Sleep Apnea

TORS is a straightforward technique for the surgical management of the base of the tongue and the supraglottic larynx in patients with OSA. Learn more.

Lingual thyroid

Lingual thyroidectomy is a typical indication for TORS as it will avoid the morbidity associated with traditional open approaches and minimize the likelihood of surgical complications. Learn more.

Eagle Syndrome

TORS eases the transoral approach for removing the elongated styloid process causing Eagle syndrome. Learn more.

Benign tumours of the Base of the Tongue

Benign tumours of the base of the tongue can be effectively and safely managed with TORS. Learn more.

Recurrent lingual tonsillitis

Lingual tonsillectomy

Submaxilectomy (TORS)

Submaxilectomy.


Salivary gland stones (sialilithiasis)

Salivary gland stones.


Cancer of the oral cavity

Cancer of the oral cavity.