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.
Gedroits' pioneering work in the early 20th century challenged traditional medical approaches and led to a shift in international military medical policy. Her success in treating abdominal wounds using surgical incision earned her recognition as a trailblazer in applying laparotomy on the battlefield.