Georgina Armero
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Georgina Armero is a leading pediatric neurosurgeon whose work centers on advancing minimally invasive surgical techniques for treating refractory epilepsy in children. Her primary research focuses on optimizing disconnective surgery—specifically hemispherotomies and posterior quadrant disconnections—to improve seizure outcomes while reducing morbidity. Armero’s most notable contribution is pioneering the use of robot-assisted MRI-guided laser interstitial thermal therapy (LITT) to complete incomplete disconnections, a common cause of surgical failure. Her 2022 study on this technique, which has already garnered 10 citations, demonstrates how LITT can safely and effectively salvage failed procedures, offering a second chance at seizure freedom for pediatric patients. This work represents a paradigm shift from traditional open reoperations to a less invasive, image-guided approach. Armero’s impact is evident in her role at Sant Joan de Déu Barcelona Children’s Hospital, where she has performed over 50 major disconnective surgeries since 2007. Her achievements highlight a commitment to refining epilepsy surgery, making it safer and more accessible for children with drug-resistant epilepsy.
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