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Yi-An Lu has made significant contributions to the field of otolaryngology and sleep surgery, with a focused expertise in robotic-assisted tongue base resection for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Their most-cited work, "Evaluation of single-port TORS tongue base resection for obstructive sleep apnea: safety and patient outcomes" (2025, 4 citations), critically examines the use of the da Vinci robotic system in treating OSA, highlighting a key trade-off: while single-port (SP) transoral robotic surgery (TORS) offers a less invasive approach, it carries a higher risk of perioperative hemorrhage compared to multi-port alternatives. This research is pivotal for surgeons weighing procedural safety against surgical precision. Lu’s work directly addresses a pressing clinical challenge, helping to refine patient selection and operative protocols. Though early in their citation trajectory, this study has already shaped discussions on robotic surgical safety in sleep medicine. By systematically evaluating outcomes and complications, Yi-An Lu provides essential evidence that guides the evolution of minimally invasive OSA treatments, positioning them as a thoughtful contributor to advancing surgical standards and patient care in this specialized domain.
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