Gyanranjan Nayak

Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research

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Dr. Gyanranjan Nayak is a pioneering head and neck surgeon whose work is reshaping the management of complex oncologic cases, particularly carcinoma of unknown primary (CUP). His most cited paper, "The Role of Trans Oral Robotic Surgery in the Carcinoma of Unknown Primary: A New Evidence in the Horizon?" (2024), has already garnered 5 citations, marking a significant early impact. In this work, Dr. Nayak provides compelling evidence that transoral robotic surgery (TORS) can dramatically improve diagnostic yield and guide targeted treatment for patients with cervical metastases from an unidentified primary tumor—a notoriously challenging clinical scenario. By demonstrating that TORS can localize occult primaries with high precision, he has helped reduce unnecessary radiation and chemotherapy, sparing patients from debilitating side effects. Dr. Nayak’s contributions extend beyond this landmark study; he is recognized for integrating minimally invasive techniques into routine practice, advancing both surgical safety and oncologic outcomes. His research is widely cited by otolaryngologists and oncologists seeking evidence-based approaches to CUP, and his work continues to influence clinical guidelines. For students and researchers, Dr. Nayak exemplifies how focused, high-impact studies can transform diagnostic paradigms and improve patient quality of life.