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S. Tretou is a pioneering surgeon whose work has fundamentally shaped the evolution of minimally invasive adrenal surgery. Her primary research focus lies in comparing robotic and laparoscopic approaches for adrenalectomy, with a specific emphasis on patient-centered outcomes. In her landmark 2004 study, which has garnered 75 citations, Tretou conducted one of the first prospective comparisons of perioperative quality of life between patients undergoing laparoscopic versus robotic adrenalectomy. By analyzing data from 33 consecutive patients over nearly three years, she provided critical early evidence that robotic techniques could offer tangible benefits in recovery and patient well-being. Her earlier 2003 French-language publication, cited 58 times, further established the advantages of the DaVinci® robotic system for unilateral adrenalectomy, laying crucial groundwork for the adoption of robotic surgery in endocrine procedures. Tretou’s work is notable for its patient-first methodology, shifting the conversation from purely technical outcomes to the lived experience of surgical recovery. Her contributions remain essential reading for surgeons and researchers exploring the intersection of robotics, quality of life, and adrenal pathology.
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