A study of the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders in surgeons performing minimally invasive surgery.

Introduction: Minimally invasive surgery (MIS) has shown significant benefits for patients and healthcare systems. However, due to the poor ergonomic adaptation of operating rooms and surgical instruments, most surgeons suffer from pain caused by musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs).

Methods: A descriptive survey on MIS surgeons working in different surgical specialties has been carried out in Hospital Valdecilla (Spain).

Design and evaluation of a new ergonomic handle for instruments in minimally invasive surgery.

Background: Laparoscopic surgery techniques have been demonstrated to provide massive benefits to patients. However, surgeons are subjected to hardworking conditions because of the poor ergonomic design of the instruments. In this article, a new ergonomic handle design is presented.