Junsun Ryu

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Total Citations

229

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About

Junsun Ryu is a pioneering surgeon whose work has reshaped the landscape of thyroid surgery, driving the field toward less invasive and scarless techniques. His primary research focuses on the evolution and advancement of robotic and endoscopic thyroidectomy, with a particular emphasis on novel access routes that minimize surgical morbidity and eliminate visible neck scarring. Ryu’s major contribution is the development of the transaxillary gas-insufflation approach (TAGA), a groundbreaking technique that avoids the need for long incisions or circumareolar scars, offering patients a truly minimally invasive option. His comprehensive review on the evolution of robotic and endoscopic thyroid surgery, spanning cervical, axillary, breast, and transoral approaches, has garnered 223 citations, serving as a foundational resource for surgeons worldwide. This work systematically catalogues two decades of innovation, establishing Ryu as a leading voice in the field. His preliminary report on TAGA, while newer, signals the next frontier in scarless surgery. Through his research, Ryu has not only advanced surgical technique but also significantly improved patient outcomes and quality of life, cementing his reputation as a key innovator in endocrine surgery.