[Pregnant Physicians in Surgical Specialties - Implementation of the Maternity Protection Act Among Female Physicians in Saxony].

Aim: The aim of the study was to investigate compliance with occupational health and safety (OHS) among pregnant surgeons.

Methods: All female surgeons in Saxony up to 45 years of age received a written questionnaire about their work environment during pregnancy. Predefined and expert-based criteria of OHS were analyzed descriptively.