Padmavathi Krishnamurthy
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Padmavathi Krishnamurthy is a pioneering surgeon-researcher whose work centers on expanding the frontiers of transoral robotic surgery (TORS), particularly for complex head and neck pathologies. Her major contribution lies in demonstrating the feasibility and safety of using TORS to access the challenging parapharyngeal space, a deep anatomical region traditionally requiring extensive open approaches. Her landmark 2019 paper, “Transoral robotic surgery for the parapharyngeal space: expanding the transoral corridor,” has garnered 39 citations, establishing a foundational technique that reduces patient morbidity while maintaining oncologic efficacy. Krishnamurthy’s research has directly influenced surgical practice by providing a minimally invasive alternative for tumors in this delicate area, improving recovery times and functional outcomes. Her work is notable for its meticulous anatomical mapping and step-by-step technical descriptions, which have enabled other surgeons to adopt and refine the approach. By bridging robotic innovation with clinical need, Krishnamurthy has positioned herself as a key figure in the evolution of head and neck robotic surgery, inspiring further studies on expanding TORS applications to other inaccessible regions.
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