Somiah Siddiq
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104
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About
Dr. Somiah Siddiq is a head and neck surgeon whose research focuses on advancing minimally invasive surgical techniques for oropharyngeal and hypopharyngeal cancers, particularly through transoral robotic surgery (TORS). Her most impactful contribution is a systematic review and meta-analysis on transoral tongue base mucosectomy for identifying primary tumors in cancers of unknown origin, which has garnered 81 citations and established TORS as a key diagnostic tool. Dr. Siddiq has also demonstrated the oncological safety of robotic lateral oropharyngectomy following diagnostic tonsillectomy in patients with high-risk human papillomavirus-related squamous cell carcinoma, with long-term results confirming favorable outcomes. Her work addresses the pathological implications of TORS, guiding pathologists in specimen assessment, and tackles the challenging management of hypopharyngeal cancer, where data are scarce. With a cumulative citation count exceeding 100, Dr. Siddiq’s research has shaped clinical protocols for unknown primary cancers and HPV-related disease, offering patients less invasive options with preserved function. Her contributions are vital for surgeons and oncologists seeking evidence-based approaches to complex head and neck malignancies.
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