Chitra Sarkar
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Chitra Sarkar is a pioneering neurosurgeon whose work centers on advancing minimally invasive surgical techniques for drug-resistant epilepsy, particularly in pediatric populations. Her major contributions lie in the development and validation of endoscope-assisted hemispherotomy (EH), a less invasive alternative to traditional open hemispherotomy for treating severe hemispheric pathologies. In her landmark 2018 comparative study, Sarkar demonstrated that EH—performed with robotic guidance and a hybrid technique—achieves comparable or superior seizure control while significantly reducing complications, hospital stays, and blood loss. This work, cited 43 times, has reshaped surgical paradigms for conditions like hemimegalencephaly and Sturge-Weber syndrome. Sarkar’s research has directly improved outcomes for children with catastrophic epilepsy, offering a safer path to seizure freedom. Her innovative integration of endoscopy and robotic guidance exemplifies a career dedicated to merging technological precision with compassionate care. Through rigorous prospective studies, she has established EH as a viable gold-standard option, influencing epilepsy surgery protocols worldwide. Sarkar’s work continues to inspire neurosurgeons to push the boundaries of what is possible in minimally invasive brain surgery.
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