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Shuko Morita is a pioneering head and neck surgeon whose work has fundamentally reshaped the treatment of laryngo-pharyngeal cancer. Her primary research focuses on advancing minimally invasive surgical techniques, particularly transoral robotic surgery (TORS), and integrating advanced endoscopic imaging to improve oncologic outcomes. Her landmark 2015 paper, “Transoral surgery for laryngo-pharyngeal cancer – The paradigm shift of the head and cancer treatment,” has garnered over 100 citations, underscoring its role in establishing TORS as a standard, less invasive alternative to traditional open surgery. A key contribution is her development of a method using magnifying endoscopy with narrow band imaging to precisely determine the extent of tumor resection during TORS. This innovation, detailed in her 2014 work, directly addresses a critical challenge: ensuring complete tumor removal while preserving healthy tissue and organ function. By enabling real-time, accurate delineation of cancer margins, Morita’s work has improved surgical precision, reduced recurrence rates, and enhanced the quality of life for patients. Her research continues to drive the global adoption of transoral approaches, marking her as a leader in the paradigm shift toward less invasive head and neck cancer surgery.
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