Judith olde Heuvel
The Netherlands Cancer Institute, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore
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About
Judith Olde Heuvel is a pioneering researcher in the field of radioguided surgery, with a specific focus on advancing precision oncology through novel intraoperative detection technologies. Her key research areas include robot-assisted surgery, nuclear medicine, and the development of specialized probes for real-time tumor identification. Her most notable contribution is the introduction and ex vivo validation of the DROP-IN beta probe for robot-assisted ⁶⁸Ga-PSMA radioguided surgery, a breakthrough that integrates flexible DROP-IN gamma-probe technology with beta-emitting PET isotopes to achieve highly sensitive detection of prostate cancer specimens. This work, published in 2020, has garnered over 45 citations, underscoring its impact on the surgical oncology community. By enabling more accurate, real-time tumor margin assessment during robotic procedures, Olde Heuvel’s research bridges the gap between diagnostic imaging and surgical intervention, offering a promising pathway to reduce positive margins and improve patient outcomes. Her innovative approach represents a significant step forward in the evolution of radioguided surgery, positioning her as a key contributor to the future of precision cancer care.
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