Janneke P.C. Grutters
University of York, Radboud University Nijmegen, Radboud University Medical Center
Papers
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Total Citations
301
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About
Janneke P.C. Grutters is a leading health technology assessment (HTA) researcher whose work is reshaping how we evaluate the value of surgical robotics, particularly in oncology. Her research focuses on the economic evaluation, comparative effectiveness, and long-term monitoring of robot-assisted surgeries, with a major emphasis on bladder cancer care. Grutters is best known for her pivotal contributions to the IDEAL framework for surgical robotics, a landmark paper with 143 citations that provides a structured pathway for developing and assessing new surgical technologies. She led a multicentre comparative effectiveness study on robot-assisted versus open radical cystectomy (RARC vs. ORC), demonstrating her commitment to rigorous, real-world evidence. Her work consistently shows that while robotic surgery offers potential benefits, its cost-effectiveness is not guaranteed—a finding that has influenced clinical guidelines and research priorities. With over 300 total citations across her key papers, Grutters has developed an interactive tool to help stakeholders determine when robotic surgery provides value for money. Her research is essential reading for anyone interested in the intersection of surgical innovation, health economics, and evidence-based policy.
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