Giancarlo Pecorari

University of Turin, Department of Medical Sciences

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Giancarlo Pecorari is a leading figure in the evolution of transoral robotic surgery (TORS), with a focused expertise in applying the Flex Robotic System to head and neck pathologies. His primary research centers on minimally invasive surgical techniques, particularly for the management of salivary gland disorders. Pecorari’s major contributions include pioneering the use of the Flex Robotic System for the transoral removal of hiloparenchymal and bilateral submandibular stones, demonstrating a viable, conservative alternative to traditional transcervical sialadenectomy. His work, highlighted in his most-cited review on the Flex Robotic System in head and neck surgery (10 citations), systematically summarizes the device’s capabilities for improved visualization and surgical access. By detailing these novel, gland-preserving approaches, Pecorari has advanced the field of robotic otolaryngology, offering patients reduced morbidity and faster recovery. His technical notes and case series serve as foundational guides for surgeons adopting these cutting-edge, minimally invasive techniques, solidifying his impact on the future of head and neck surgical practice.