Carly E. A. Barbon
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About
Carly E. A. Barbon is a leading researcher in swallowing rehabilitation and functional outcomes for oropharyngeal cancer survivors. Her work centers on understanding and mitigating treatment-related dysphagia, particularly comparing the effects of transoral robotic surgery (TORS) versus radiation therapy. Barbon’s major contributions include validating the independent benefits of maintaining oral intake and adhering to swallowing exercises during radiotherapy, as demonstrated in her highly cited 2022 study (37 citations). She has also advanced clinical decision-making by developing optimized support tools for selecting between TORS and chemoradiation based on post-treatment swallowing toxicity. Her registry-based analyses—including a 2021 study on dysphagia profiles (20 citations) and a 2024 re-examination of feeding tube utilization (11 citations)—have reshaped understanding of swallowing outcomes and reduced reliance on feeding tubes. Barbon’s work consistently emphasizes prospective, longitudinal data, as seen in her comparison of proton therapy and TORS. Her research has directly influenced clinical protocols, helping patients preserve quality of life during and after cancer treatment.
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