Janine Dretzke
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Janine Dretzke is a leading evidence-based researcher whose work sits at the intersection of surgical innovation and clinical diagnostics. Her primary research areas include systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and the evaluation of emerging surgical technologies, with a particular focus on head and neck oncology. Her most notable contribution is the landmark 2019 systematic review and meta-analysis on transoral tongue base mucosectomy for identifying primary tumors in cancers of unknown origin. This highly cited work (81 citations) critically assessed the efficacy of transoral robotic surgery (TORS) and laser microsurgery (TLM), providing the first robust synthesis of evidence for these techniques. By demonstrating their diagnostic yield and safety profile, Dretzke’s analysis has directly influenced clinical guidelines and surgical decision-making, helping to reduce the number of patients left without a definitive primary site diagnosis. Her rigorous methodological approach has set a new standard for evaluating surgical interventions, making her a trusted voice in evidence-based surgery. Dretzke’s work continues to shape how clinicians approach complex diagnostic challenges, ultimately improving patient outcomes through clearer, data-driven pathways.
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