A narrative review of ergonomic problems, principles, and potential solutions in surgical operations.
A narrative review of ergonomic problems, principles, and potential solutions in surgical operations.
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对外科手术中的人体工程学问题、原理和潜在解决方案的叙述性回顾。
DOI:
10.1016/j.surg.2023.04.003
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发表时间:
2023
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影响因子:
3.8
通讯作者:
Gravina,Nicole
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作者:
Barrios,EvanL;Polcz,ValerieE;Hensley,SaraE;SarosiJr,GeorgeA;Mohr,AliciaM;Loftus,TylerJ;UpchurchJr,GilbertR;Sumfest,JillM;Efron,PhilipA;Dunleavy,Kim;Bible,Letitia;Terracina,KristaP;Al-Mansour,MazenR;Gravina,Nicole
BackgroundErgonomic development and awareness are critical to the long-term health and well-being of surgeons. Work-related musculoskeletal disorders affect an overwhelming majority of surgeons, and various operative modalities (open, laparoscopic, and robotic surgery) differentially affect the musculoskeletal system. Previous reviews have addressed various aspects of surgical ergonomic history or methods of ergonomic assessment, but the purpose of this study is to synthesize ergonomic analysis by surgical modality while discussing future directions of the field based on current perioperative interventions.Methodspubmed was queried for “ergonomics,” “work-related musculoskeletal disorders,” and “surgery,” which returned 124 results. From the 122 English-language papers, a further search was conducted via the articles’ sources for relevant literature.ResultsNinety-nine sources were ultimately included. Work-related musculoskeletal disorders culminate in detrimental effects ranging from chronic pain and paresthesias to reduced operative time and consideration for early retirement. Underreporting symptoms and a lack of awareness of proper ergonomic principles substantially hinder the widespread utilization of ergonomic techniques in the operating room, reducing the quality of life and career longevity. Therapeutic interventions exist at some institutions but require further research and development for necessary widespread implementation.ConclusionAwareness of proper ergonomic principles and the detrimental effects of musculoskeletal disorders is the first step in protecting against this universal problem. Implementing ergonomic practices in the operating room is at a crossroads, and incorporating these principles into everyday life must be a priority for all surgeons.