Francesco Riva

About

Francesco Riva is a leading figure in head and neck surgical oncology, with a research focus on transoral robotic surgery (TORS) and advanced reconstructive techniques. His most impactful contribution is a landmark systematic review and meta-analysis on TORS for recurrent cancers of the upper aerodigestive tract (31 citations), which established evidence-based survival and functional outcomes for this emerging procedure. Riva has pioneered the integration of real-time radiologist-operated intraoral ultrasound to guide TORS, a novel approach that enhances surgical precision and safety (10 citations). His work on perforator flaps combined with robotic surgery is redefining head and neck reconstruction, pushing the boundaries of minimally invasive, functional restoration. With a career spanning from 2020 to 2025, Riva’s research consistently bridges surgical innovation and radiological guidance, offering new hope for patients with complex, recurrent disease. His contributions are shaping the next generation of head and neck cancer care, making him a key reference for surgeons and trainees exploring the frontiers of robotic and reconstructive surgery.

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Top Papers

1. 1
   Transoral robotic surgery for recurrent cancers of the upper aerodigestive tract—Systematic review and meta‐analysis

   31 citations · 2020
2. 2
   Integrated surgery and radiology: trans-oral robotic surgery guided by real-time radiologist-operated intraoral ultrasound

   10 citations · 2020
3. 3
   Perforator Flaps and Robotic Surgery for Head and Neck Reconstruction

   2 citations · 2024
4. 4
   Robotic Surgery

   1 citations · 2025

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