Papers
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Total Citations
319
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About
Daniel Brasnu is a prominent French head and neck surgeon whose research has fundamentally shaped the evolution of minimally invasive surgical approaches to laryngeal and pharyngeal cancers. His work centers on transoral robotic surgery (TORS), transoral laser microsurgery, and organ-preservation strategies for head and neck malignancies. Brasnu has been instrumental in advancing robotic techniques for complex procedures, most notably demonstrating the feasibility of transoral robotic total laryngectomy — a landmark contribution that challenged conventional surgical paradigms and garnered 86 citations. His broader body of work on TORS in head and neck carcinomas, accumulating over 100 additional citations across multiple studies, has helped establish evidence-based frameworks for adopting robotic platforms in oncologic resection. Beyond surgical technique, Brasnu has investigated critical clinical considerations including surgical margin assessment in endoscopic surgery, post-treatment quality of life, and swallowing outcomes in oropharyngeal cancer patients, reflecting a commitment to patient-centered outcomes. His 2015 review of early glottic cancer management consolidates best practices for a widely encountered malignancy. With over 300 cumulative citations, Brasnu's contributions have meaningfully influenced how surgeons worldwide approach minimally invasive head and neck oncology.
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Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1Transoral robotic total laryngectomy86 citations · 2013
- 2Transoral robotic surgery in head and neck cancer60 citations · 2011
- 3Transoral robotic surgery for head and neck carcinomas41 citations · 2011
- 4Contemporary Surgical Management of Early Glottic Cancer38 citations · 2015
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- 6Is open surgery for head and neck cancers truly declining?26 citations · 2013
- 7Assessment of Margins in Transoral Laser and Robotic Surgery21 citations · 2014
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