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Maurits Boon is a leading otolaryngologist and sleep surgeon whose research focuses on advanced surgical treatments for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), particularly for patients who cannot tolerate CPAP therapy. His major contributions center on comparing and optimizing two innovative procedures: transoral robotic surgery (TORS) for tongue base resection and upper airway stimulation (UAS) via hypoglossal nerve stimulation. In his most-cited work (38 citations), Boon demonstrated that UAS offers superior outcomes with fewer complications, emergency department visits, and readmissions compared to TORS, while also achieving higher surgical success rates. He further advanced the field with a cost analysis study showing that hypoglossal nerve stimulation provides better value than TORS for well-selected OSA patients. Boon’s research has been instrumental in establishing evidence-based guidelines for choosing between these minimally invasive surgical options, directly impacting clinical decision-making and improving patient quality of life. His work is widely cited by sleep medicine specialists and otolaryngologists, reflecting its practical significance in managing one of the most common sleep disorders worldwide.
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