Ioseba Iraurgi Castillo

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Dr. Ioseba Iraurgi Castillo is a leading figure in addiction research, with a particular focus on the pharmacological treatment of alcohol use disorders. His most-cited work, the 1999 study "Naltrexone in the treatment of alcoholism: Two year follow up results," provides critical longitudinal evidence on the efficacy of naltrexone for maintaining abstinence and reducing relapse rates. This seminal paper, cited 15 times, stands as a cornerstone in the field, demonstrating the long-term benefits of opioid receptor antagonism in alcohol dependence. Dr. Iraurgi Castillo’s contributions extend beyond this single study, as his research has helped shape clinical guidelines for pharmacotherapy in addiction medicine. His rigorous follow-up methodology has been influential in establishing the durability of treatment effects, a key concern for clinicians and researchers alike. By bridging the gap between short-term clinical trials and real-world, sustained recovery, his work has had a lasting impact on how alcoholism is managed. For students and researchers, Dr. Iraurgi Castillo exemplifies the value of long-term outcome studies in translating pharmacological interventions into practical, life-changing treatments.