Henk H. Hartgrink

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Henk H. Hartgrink is a leading surgical oncologist whose research centers on improving outcomes in gastrointestinal and hepatopancreatobiliary cancers, with a particular focus on precision surgery and intraoperative imaging. His major contributions include pioneering the use of indocyanine green (ICG) fluorescence for real-time surgical margin assessment during laparoscopic and robot-assisted resections of colorectal liver metastases. His landmark 2020 study, cited over 70 times, demonstrated that this technique can significantly reduce the rate of margin-positive resections—a critical factor in preventing local recurrence and improving survival. Hartgrink’s work bridges the gap between advanced imaging technology and clinical practice, offering surgeons a practical tool to achieve complete tumor removal. Beyond this, he has contributed extensively to the surgical management of gastric cancer and peritoneal malignancies, with a cumulative citation count exceeding 5,000. His research is widely recognized for its translational impact, directly influencing surgical guidelines and training programs. Hartgrink’s dedication to refining surgical precision continues to shape modern oncologic surgery, making him a key figure in the quest for better cancer outcomes.