Recommendations for Improving Ergonomics in Cleft Palate and Lip Surgery: A Scoping Review.

ABSTRACT: Introduction: Craniofacial and cleft surgeries demand high precision, often leading to significant ergonomic challenges for surgeons. This review highlights critical recommendations for mitigating musculoskeletal disorders and enhancing surgeon well-being through equipment optimization, posture adjustments, and innovative technologies. Methods: To conduct this scoping review, a search of the literature yielded 18 studies which discuss ergonomics in the realm of cleft lip and palate surgery. Results: Eighteen studies were reviewed. Investigated ergonomic strategies in cleft lip and palate surgery encompassed headlights, loupes, microscopes, robots, videoscopes, endoscopes, exoscopes, positioning techniques, breaks, exercise, workshops, intubation methods, operating room

SUBMITTER: Morel SBA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12552228 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature