Marily Sarmiento
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Marily Sarmiento is a pioneering figure in the field of stereotactic radiosurgery, with a focused expertise in the treatment of cerebrovascular malformations. Her landmark 2010 paper, "Technique for Targeting Arteriovenous Malformations Using Frameless Image-Guided Robotic Radiosurgery," introduced a transformative method for treating arteriovenous malformations (AVMs). This work, which has garnered 17 citations, demonstrated the feasibility and precision of frameless, robotic systems—such as the CyberKnife—in delivering high-dose radiation to complex intracranial targets without the need for invasive head frames. By detailing a reproducible targeting technique, Sarmiento’s contribution significantly enhanced patient comfort and expanded access to non-invasive radiosurgery. Her research has directly influenced clinical protocols, enabling safer and more accurate treatment of AVMs while reducing procedural risks. Though her citation count reflects a specialized niche, the impact of her work is profound within the radiosurgery community, where it serves as a foundational reference for integrating image-guided robotics into vascular lesion management. Sarmiento’s achievement underscores her role as an innovator at the intersection of medical physics and neurosurgery, advancing patient care through technological precision.
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