Franck Forterre
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Franck Forterre is a leading researcher in the intersection of robotic surgery and otologic safety, with a primary focus on preventing iatrogenic nerve damage during lateral skull base procedures. His most cited work, a 2019 prospective validation study (14 citations), addresses a critical challenge in robotic cochlear implantation: preserving the facial nerve when surgical trajectories must pass within 0.5 mm of it. Forterre’s major contribution lies in developing and validating a stimulation probe and monitoring protocol that enables real-time facial nerve detection during robotic drilling, significantly reducing the risk of permanent paralysis. This work has direct clinical impact, offering a safety mechanism for patients undergoing high-precision ear surgery. Beyond this flagship study, Forterre’s research portfolio spans surgical robotics, neural monitoring, and minimally invasive techniques, where his findings have informed both device design and operative guidelines. His validation study remains a key reference for teams integrating robotic assistance into otologic practice, demonstrating how engineering and clinical rigor can converge to solve life-altering surgical risks. Forterre’s work exemplifies the translational power of biomedical engineering in enhancing patient safety.
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