Papers
12
Total Citations
851
H-Index
7
About
Francesco Cardinale is a pioneering neurosurgeon and researcher whose work has fundamentally advanced the field of epilepsy surgery, particularly through his contributions to Stereoelectroencephalography (SEEG). Based at a leading European neurosurgical center, Cardinale has dedicated his career to refining and modernizing the SEEG methodology originally developed by Talairach and Bancaud, transforming it into a globally recognized standard for the presurgical invasive evaluation of drug-resistant epilepsies. His landmark 2012 paper on SEEG methodology has garnered over 520 citations, establishing him as one of the foremost authorities in the field, while his systematic review of SEEG electrode implantation techniques has further shaped clinical practice worldwide with over 130 citations. Cardinale's work extends beyond pure clinical methodology into the intersection of neurosurgery and robotics. He has investigated touch-free patient registration systems, haptic rendering of surgical forces, and innovative robotic head support for awake brain surgery, helping bridge the gap between engineering and neurosurgical practice. His sustained output across safety analyses, accuracy validation, and emerging robotic applications reflects a comprehensive vision for the future of precision neurosurgery. For students and researchers in epileptology or surgical robotics, Cardinale's body of work represents an essential foundation for understanding modern intracranial surgical techniques.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1Stereoelectroencephalography523 citations · 2012
- 2Implantation of Stereoelectroencephalography Electrodes: A Systematic Review132 citations · 2016
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- 5Hand–tool–tissue interaction forces in neurosurgery for haptic rendering17 citations · 2015
- 6SEEG, Happy Anniversary!15 citations · 2015
- 7Stereoelectroencephalography: Application Accuracy, Efficacy, and Safety12 citations · 2016
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- 9Robotics in Neurosurgery3 citations · 2022
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