Davide Mattavelli
Dr Mattavelli is Associate Professor in Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Brescia and Vice-Director of the same school of specialization. He has been working as consultant at ASST Spedali Civili hospital since 2016. He graduated in medicine at the University of Milano-Bicocca in 2010 (110/110 cum laude) and then completed the residency program in Otorhinolaryngology at the University of Brescia in 2016 (50/50 cum laude).
In 2020 he discussed his PhD thesis in “Technology for Health” on the project “3-D printing of biocompatible engineered polymers for personalized skull base reconstruction in endoscopic skull base surgery” at the University of Brescia. His main fields of research are endoscopic endonasal skull base surgery and head and neck cancers, with a specific focus on sinonasal, salivary gland, and oral cancers.
He is Associate Editor in Frontiers – Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery and Editorial Coordinator of Acta Otorhinolaryngologica Italica. He won 4 international grants as Principal Investigator or co-investigator.
He delivered 101 invited lectures in national and international congresses or courses. He has authored 140 scientific papers in indexed, international journals and 15 chapters of book.
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Sessions
Description: This session will explore recent advancements in oral cavity surgery that balance oncologic control with preservation of function and quality of life. It will highlight innovative surgical approaches, including microvascular free flap reconstruction, and nerve-preserving techniques that minimize morbidity. Emerging trends such as the use of intraoperative imaging, navigation systems, and fluorescence-guided surgery for margin assessment will be discussed. Additionally, the session will examine the role of precision diagnostics and molecular profiling in surgical planning, along with multidisciplinary strategies to enhance functional outcomes in speech, swallowing, and aesthetics following resection.
Outcome Objectives:
Describe current surgical innovations in the treatment of oral cavity cancers, including TORS and advanced reconstructive techniques.
Evaluate the role of image-guided and fluorescence-assisted surgery in achieving clear margins.
Understand the impact of nerve preservation and reconstructive strategies on postoperative function and quality of life.
Integrate molecular and genomic data into surgical planning and risk stratification.
Apply multidisciplinary strategies to optimize oncologic and functional outcomes in oral cavity cancer care.
Background: Oral cavity cancers present a unique clinical challenge, where surgical treatment must achieve clear oncologic margins while preserving critical functions such as speech, swallowing, and appearance. Historically, extensive resections often led to significant morbidity. However, advances in surgical techniques, reconstruction, and perioperative care have markedly improved both survival and quality of life.
Technologies like transoral robotic surgery have enabled more precise resections in anatomically challenging regions, while microvascular free flaps and 3D planning have enhanced reconstructive outcomes. Intraoperative tools such as fluorescence-guided surgery and augmented imaging systems offer real-time assistance in assessing margins, reducing the risk of local recurrence. Moreover, molecular profiling is increasingly used to guide treatment selection and tailor follow-up.
This session is designed for head and neck surgeons, oncologists, and allied specialists committed to delivering high-quality, personalized care in oral cavity surgery. Through expert-led presentations and case-based discussions, attendees will gain practical knowledge to adopt these advances in their clinical practice.
Olfactory Neuroblastoma: Currents advances in diagnosis and treatment