Ergonomic strain of robotic-assisted versus laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair (ESRALI)-a crossover trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Robotic-assisted and laparoscopic techniques are widely used for inguinal hernia repair. While robotic-assisted transabdominal preperitoneal (rTAPP) repair is believed to offer ergonomic advantages for surgeons, there is limited evidence comparing its ergonomic impact to conventional laparoscopic TAPP (cTAPP) repair. This study aims to assess the ergonomic strain on surgeons during these procedures using subjective and objective measures.

Methods

This crossover observational study involved four experienced hernia surgeons who performed two procedures using each technique. Ergonomic strain was evaluated through self-reported perceived exertion (using the Borg scale), surface electromyography (sEMG) of select muscle groups, and posture analysis using rapid upper lim

SUBMITTER: Valorenzos A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12041149 | biostudies-literature | 2025 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature