Xavier Hoarau
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Xavier Hoarau is a leading clinical researcher in functional neurosurgery, with a primary focus on optimizing deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson’s disease. His most cited work, a 2020 Phase 2 randomized trial, represents a landmark contribution by providing the first prospective, randomized evidence comparing asleep versus awake subthalamic nucleus DBS. This study directly addressed a critical gap in the field, rigorously assessing motor outcomes and safety for the increasingly popular asleep procedure. With 47 citations, this work has significantly influenced surgical protocols and patient counseling, demonstrating that asleep DBS can be performed safely and effectively. Beyond this trial, Hoarau’s research portfolio centers on refining surgical techniques, improving electrode targeting accuracy, and enhancing perioperative management to maximize therapeutic benefit while minimizing risks. His work is instrumental in moving the field toward less invasive, more comfortable surgical experiences for patients without compromising clinical outcomes. Through rigorous clinical trial design, Xavier Hoarau continues to shape evidence-based practice in movement disorder surgery.
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