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About
Stephan Lang is a pioneering head and neck surgeon whose research has significantly advanced the field of transoral robotic surgery (TORS), establishing him as a leading European authority in minimally invasive surgical oncology. His work focuses on the development, evaluation, and clinical application of robotic systems for resecting head and neck tumors, with particular emphasis on refining techniques that offer patients less invasive alternatives to traditional open surgery. Lang's most impactful contributions center on the Flex Robotic System, a device specifically designed for transoral procedures. His multicenter European study (108 citations) and single-center prospective trial of 40 patients (95 citations) provided foundational clinical evidence for the system's safety and efficacy, helping shape its adoption across Europe. His earlier comparative analyses of resection tools and flexible endoscopy systems further demonstrate his commitment to optimizing surgical instrumentation. Notably, Lang was among the first in Germany to systematically study TORS for head and neck tumors, helping bridge the gap between North American innovation and European clinical practice. His research spans robotic orbital decompression, HPV-positive tumor management, and oncologic outcomes in supraglottic carcinoma, reflecting a broad and evolving surgical vision that continues to push the boundaries of robot-assisted head and neck care.
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- 2Flex Robotic System in transoral robotic surgery: The first 40 patients95 citations · 2016
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- 4First use of a new retractor in transoral robotic surgery (TORS)27 citations · 2015
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- 9TORS in HPV-Positive Tumors—The New Standard?12 citations · 2016
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