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Surgeons Remove Tumor Through Eye Socket in Historic Surgery

5/9/2025

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In a groundbreaking 19-hour surgery, surgeons at the University of Maryland skillfully removed a rare spinal tumor from 19-year-old Karla Flores through her eye socket. Led by Dr. Mohamed Labib, this innovative technique not only preserved her eyesight but also opens new doors for treating challenging tumors. Karla is on the mend, dreaming of one day owning her own nail salon.

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Story summary

In a groundbreaking 19-hour surgery, surgeons at the University of Maryland skillfully removed a rare spinal tumor from 19-year-old Karla Flores through her eye socket. Led by Dr. Mohamed Labib, this innovative technique not only preserved her eyesight but also opens new doors for treating challenging tumors. Karla is on the mend, dreaming of one day owning her own nail salon.