May 9, 2024, Essen – The 95th German Congress of Otorhinolaryngology commenced, marking a significant event in the field of ENT. Organized by the German Society of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery (NHO), the conference has attracted over 3,000 otolaryngologists, medical experts, and professionals from across the globe.

Founded in 1919, the NHO stands as the world's largest academic organization dedicated to specialists in Otolaryngology, Head and Neck. The society's mission is to advance the field of ENT through education, research, and clinical practice. This year's congress continues this tradition, bringing together a multitude of experts and scholars to present and discuss cutting-edge innovative technologies and the latest clinical research advancements. The conference is renowned for its significant academic and clinical impact, fostering global collaboration and knowledge exchange in the ENT community.

President of the 95th General Assembly, Prof. Stephan Lang, University of Essen, Germany
President of the 96th General Assembly, Prof. Timo Stöver, University of Frankfurt, Germany

Successive Presidents:
Prof. Joachim Müller, University of Munich
Prof. Karl Hörmann, University of Mannheim
Prof. Stefan Dazert, University of Bochum
 
Organizing Committee of the Conference:
Prof. Norbert Stasche, Heidelberg University, Westpfalz State Hospital
Prof. Thomas K. Hoffmann, Ulm University 
Prof. Thomas Zahnert, University of Dresden

Borns and Fudan University have jointly announced the launch of the new Trans-Oral Surgery Robotics System (TORS). This innovative system features ultra-fine control of the robotic arm within narrow cavities, flexible minimally invasive surgical instruments, and a multi-degree-of-freedom collaborative control system. The new design represents a significant advancement in robotic minimally invasive surgery for the throat, head, and neck, showcasing remarkable progress in the field. 

▲Professor Lei Tao, from the Department of Head and Neck Surgery at the Eye and Otolaryngology Hospital affiliated with Fudan University, introduced the Borns Trans-Oral Surgical Robot (TORS) and provided an overview of the cadaver experiments and clinical trials progress.

Renowned surgeons and clinical experts recently conducted a thorough analysis and in-depth discussion on the Borns transoral surgical robot, with a particular focus on the system's key technologies. The evaluation highlighted the significant advantages of TORS technology, noting its ability to improve surgical accuracy, reduce risks, and enhance patient treatment outcomes. This innovative technology introduces a new method for Natural Orifice Transluminal Endoscopic Surgery (NOTES).

The new TORS system is a valuable addition to the Borns multi-function robotic surgery system, which already supports general surgery, urology, and gynecology procedures. This advancement will continue to provide patients with safer and more effective treatment options.