Matteo Lavazza

University of Insubria, Ospedale di Circolo e Fondazione Macchi

Papers

Total Citations

116

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About

Matteo Lavazza is a leading figure in the advancement of minimally invasive thyroid surgery, with a primary focus on transoral and robotic approaches. His work has been instrumental in demonstrating the clinical necessity and technical feasibility of scarless thyroidectomy, addressing both cosmetic and functional outcomes. His highly cited 2017 paper, "Transoral thyroidectomy: why is it needed?" (62 citations), established the rationale for this approach by highlighting the benefits of non-visible incisions and reduced tissue dissection. Complementing this, his research on "Neuromonitoring in endoscopic and robotic thyroidectomy" (54 citations) has been pivotal in integrating intraoperative neural monitoring to enhance safety and preserve recurrent laryngeal nerve function during these complex procedures. Lavazza’s contributions have helped shape contemporary surgical practice, offering patients a truly minimally invasive option without compromising oncologic principles. His work continues to influence the adoption of transoral and robotic techniques globally, making him a key voice in the evolution of thyroid surgery.