What question did this study set out to answer?

The aim is to evaluate ergonomic strain experienced by urologic surgeons using robotic surgical platforms.

February 19, 2026

Ergonomic assessment of robotic surgical platforms for urological surgery: a study endorsed by the Robotic Urological Section of the European Association of Urology

SSS. SeccoAzienda Socio Sanitaria Territoriale Grande Ospedale Metropolitano Niguarda NLNikolaos Liakos NPN. PyrgidisLudwig-Maximilians-Universität München

Key Points

The aim is to evaluate ergonomic strain experienced by urologic surgeons using robotic surgical platforms.
Assessment of ergonomic factors across various robotic surgical platforms
Focus on strain experienced by surgeons and bedside assistants
Analysis of the need for ergonomic training and design modifications
Ergonomic strain reported among all urologic surgeons
Bedside assistants show greater vulnerability to strain
Highlighting the necessity for improved ergonomic training and surgical system design

Abstract

Ergonomic strain is prevalent among urologic surgeons, regardless of surgical platform, with bedside assistants particularly vulnerable. These findings underscore the need for ergonomic training, physical conditioning, and design improvements in surgical systems to safeguard surgeon health and maintain procedural efficacy.

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