The aim of this study was to assess the prognostic role of frailty and sarcopenia on the survival of patients with AAA undergoing elective endovascular repair (EVAR). A systematic review of the literature was conducted in accordance with Meta-analysis of Observational Studies in Epidemiology (MOOSE). The association of frailty or sarcopenia with 30-day mortality and late survival was expressed as odds ratios (ORs) or hazard ratios (HRs) with a 95% confidence interval (CI).
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Occupational exoskeletons are a promising solution to prevent work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs). However, there are no established systems that support heavy lifting to shoulder height. Thus, this work presents a model-based analysis of heavy lifting activities and subsequent exoskeleton concept optimization.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFMusculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) induced by industrial manual handling tasks are a major issue for workers and companies. As flexible ergonomic solutions, occupational exoskeletons can decrease critically high body stress in situations of awkward postures and motions. Biomechanical models with detailed anthropometrics and motions help us to acquire a comprehension of person- and application-specifics by considering the intended and unintended effects, which is crucial for effective implementation.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAlthough passive occupational exoskeletons alleviate worker physical stresses in demanding postures (e.g., overhead work), they are unsuitable in many other applications because of their lack of flexibility.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFOccupational ergonomics in healthcare is an increasing challenge we have to handle in the near future. Physical assistive systems, so-called exoskeletons, are promising solutions to prevent work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs). Manual handling like pushing, pulling, holding and lifting during healthcare activities require practical and biomechanical effective assistive devices.
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