Murat Karaman

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Dr. Murat Karaman is a leading otolaryngologist and sleep surgeon whose research focuses on advancing surgical treatments for obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS). His major contributions lie in comparing and optimizing minimally invasive surgical techniques, particularly transoral robotic surgery (TORS) and radiofrequency tissue ablation (RFTA). In his most cited work (30 citations), Dr. Karaman demonstrated the efficacy of fiber-delivered CO2 laser versus electrocautery in TORS for tongue base surgery, refining intraoperative precision. He further compared RFTA and TORS head-to-head, evaluating their respective advantages and disadvantages in OSAS patients, a study that has garnered 11 citations and shaped clinical decision-making. His investigation into the effectiveness of surgical treatment on respiratory functions in OSAS patients (3 citations) underscores his commitment to understanding systemic outcomes beyond apnea-hypopnea indices. Through these studies, Dr. Karaman has provided critical evidence for surgeons choosing between robotic and radiofrequency approaches, directly impacting patient recovery and respiratory health. His work bridges technological innovation with practical surgical outcomes, making him a key figure in the evolution of sleep apnea surgery.

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1. 1
   Comparison of fiber delivered CO2 laser and electrocautery in transoral robot assisted tongue base surgery

   30 citations · 2017
2. 2
   Comparison of radiofrequency and transoral robotic surgery in obstructive sleep apnea syndrome treatment

   11 citations · 2018
3. 3
   Investigation of the Effectiveness of Surgical Treatment on Respiratory Functions in Patients With Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome

   3 citations · 2019

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