Paolo Zamboni

Paolo Zamboni is an Italian vascular surgeon known for his research in multiple sclerosis (MS). He proposed the "Zamboni Protocol," which suggests a link between MS and chronic cerebrospinal venous insufficiency (CCSVI), a condition where blood flow is restricted in veins draining the brain and spinal cord. Zamboni suggested that treating CCSVI through a procedure called angioplasty could improve MS symptoms. While his ideas sparked significant debate and interest, further research is ongoing to confirm the effectiveness and safety of this approach. His work has influenced discussions about potential treatments for MS in the medical community.