Nikhil K. Murthy
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Dr. Nikhil K. Murthy is a leading clinical researcher in neurosurgery, with a specialized focus on advanced radiosurgical techniques for complex cerebrovascular pathologies. His primary contributions lie in the application and validation of frameless robotic radiosurgery, particularly for the treatment of intracranial arteriovenous malformations (AVMs). Dr. Murthy’s landmark multicenter retrospective study, which has garnered significant attention with 12 citations, critically evaluated the shift from traditional frame-based, catheter-angiography targeted methods to CT-guided, frameless systems. This work provided essential clinical evidence demonstrating the safety and efficacy of frameless radiosurgery for AVMs, a condition historically treated with more invasive approaches. By systematically analyzing patient outcomes across multiple institutions, Dr. Murthy helped establish a less invasive standard of care, reducing patient discomfort and procedural risks while maintaining high obliteration rates. His research bridges the gap between technological innovation and practical clinical application, offering neurosurgeons and radiation oncologists a robust, data-driven framework for treatment planning. Dr. Murthy’s work is pivotal for students and researchers interested in the evolution of stereotactic radiosurgery, image-guided interventions, and the optimization of non-invasive treatments for intracranial vascular disorders.
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