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Great Ormond Street Performs First Nitinol-Spring Skull Surgery

9/8/2026

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Great Ormond Street Hospital performed the first nitinol-spring surgery on infant Rory Potter.
Surgeons inserted custom nitinol springs in September 2025, reshaping his skull over several weeks.
The 45-minute operation required a one-night hospital stay before Rory returned home.
Experts said the technique is less invasive and could reduce blood-transfusion needs.

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Great Ormond Street Hospital performed the first nitinol-spring surgery on infant Rory Potter.
Surgeons inserted custom nitinol springs in September 2025, reshaping his skull over several weeks.
The 45-minute operation required a one-night hospital stay before Rory returned home.
Experts said the technique is less invasive and could reduce blood-transfusion needs.