Does minimal access surgery for cholelithiasis induce an attenuated acute phase response?
Minimal access surgery induces an acute phase response that is less prominent after a laparoscopic technique.
The lift assist device did reduce the required muscular effort of the lumbar and thoracic erector spinae without adversely affecting the level of abdominal muscle activity. This reduction may help reduce the risk of recurring back injuries or assist in the return to work phase, especially in repetitive tasks.