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J Royle is a health services researcher whose work focuses on the comparative effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of surgical interventions, particularly in urology and colorectal surgery. Royle’s major contributions include leading a landmark systematic review and economic modelling study comparing laparoscopic and robotic surgery for radical prostatectomy in men with localised prostate cancer. This 2012 paper, with over 250 citations, provided critical evidence on the relative clinical benefits and cost-effectiveness of these surgical approaches, informing clinical guidelines and healthcare policy. Royle also evaluated an established robotic colorectal programme at an NHS district general hospital, auditing outcomes and synthesising published data to assess the real-world implementation of robotic surgery. This work demonstrates Royle’s commitment to translating research into practice, ensuring that surgical innovations are both clinically effective and economically viable. Royle’s research has directly influenced decision-making in the NHS, highlighting the importance of rigorous evidence in adopting new technologies. For students and researchers, Royle’s work exemplifies how systematic reviews and economic modelling can bridge the gap between surgical innovation and patient-centred, cost-conscious care.
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