James A. Rowley

Wayne State University

Papers

2

Total Citations

161

H-Index

2

About

Dr. James A. Rowley is a leading authority in sleep medicine and otolaryngology, with a focused expertise in the surgical management of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). His pioneering work has centered on advancing transoral robotic surgery (TORS) for base of tongue (BOT) reduction, a minimally invasive technique that has transformed treatment options for patients with OSA. In his landmark 2013 study, Dr. Rowley demonstrated the efficacy of TORS in treating OSA, reporting significant improvements in apnea-hypopnea indices among 27 patients. This work, cited over 90 times, established a new paradigm in sleep surgery. He further refined this approach in his 2014 investigation, which identified key clinical predictors of surgical success, such as body mass index and disease severity, to better select candidates for the procedure. With over 70 citations, this study has become essential reading for surgeons seeking to optimize patient outcomes. Dr. Rowley’s contributions have not only expanded therapeutic options for OSA but have also set rigorous standards for evidence-based practice in robotic sleep surgery, making him a highly influential figure in the field.

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2
Papers
161
Total Citations
81
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Transoral robotic surgery for treatment of obstructive sleep apnea‐hypopnea syndrome
90 citations · 2013
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2013 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 8
🏛 Institutions: Wayne State University

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