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This pilot study systematically analyses and compares ergonomics of laparoscopic and open surgery in gynecology and urology. The results will help to identify and describe elements for ergonomic optimization in these professions. Further a supporting technical system to reduce physical demands shall be developed on the basis of assessment. A multiple measurement approach including subjective and objective methods was used with regard to the complex setting in surgery units. Subjective and objective methods indicate musculoskeletal strain for both types of surgery. Several indications for low ergonomics and static work have been found.
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Karlovic, K. et al. (2014). Analysis and Comparison of Ergonomics in Laparoscopic and Open Surgery – A Pilot Study. In: Duffy, V.G. (eds) Digital Human Modeling. Applications in Health, Safety, Ergonomics and Risk Management. DHM 2014. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, vol 8529. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-07725-3_27
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