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Pierre Lasjaunias

Pierre Lasjaunias was a prominent French neurologist and vascular surgeon known for his contributions to the field of cerebrovascular diseases, particularly in understanding and treating brain vascular malformations, such as arteriovenous malformations (AVMs). His work advanced the understanding of how blood vessels in the brain can lead to serious conditions like strokes. Lasjaunias was also involved in developing various neurosurgical techniques. Throughout his career, he published extensively, influencing both clinical practice and academic research in neurology and neurosurgery, and he is recognized for enhancing patient care through innovative approaches to brain vascular disorders.