Gedroits challenged established medical procedure at the beginning of the 20th century and her success with abdominal wound treatment played a part in changing international military medical policy. She is remembered as a pioneer in applying laparotomy for the treatment of abdominal wounds on the battlefront.
At the turn of the 20th century, Gedroits challenged traditional medical methods, and her success in healing abdominal wounds using surgery paved the way for changes in international military medicine. Her innovative approach to treating abdominal injuries earned her a place as a pioneer in applying laparotomy on the front lines.