Jelena Banjeglav
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About
Jelena Banjeglav is a clinical researcher whose work focuses on improving the pre-operative staging of prostate cancer, with a particular emphasis on the diagnostic accuracy of multi-parametric MRI (mpMRI). Her major contribution lies in demonstrating that a negative mpMRI can reliably rule out extra-prostatic extension (EPE) in prostate cancer patients prior to robot-assisted radical prostatectomy. This finding is critical for surgical planning, as it helps avoid unnecessary nerve damage and preserves quality of life. Her most-cited paper on this topic has accumulated 30 citations, reflecting its impact on urological oncology practice. Banjeglav’s research employs a risk-stratified 5-point Likert scale to evaluate EPE on a side-specific basis, offering a nuanced approach that challenges prior controversies surrounding mpMRI reliability. Her work bridges the gap between imaging and surgical outcomes, providing clinicians with evidence-based tools to reduce overtreatment. For students and researchers, Banjeglav’s studies underscore the importance of rigorous validation in cancer staging and highlight how targeted MRI interpretation can transform patient care.
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