Endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy for hyperhidrosis: Technique and results

<b>Outline:</b> We review the clinical features of hyperhidrosis and the range of treatments used for this condition. We describe in detail the technique of endoscopic sympathectomy. We summarize studies that have reported results of endoscopic sympathectomy. We present new data highligh...

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Main Authors: Cina C, Cina M, Clase C
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications 2007-01-01
Series:Journal of Minimal Access Surgery
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Online Access:http://www.journalofmas.com/article.asp?issn=0972-9941;year=2007;volume=3;issue=4;spage=132;epage=140;aulast=Cina
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Summary:<b>Outline:</b> We review the clinical features of hyperhidrosis and the range of treatments used for this condition. We describe in detail the technique of endoscopic sympathectomy. We summarize studies that have reported results of endoscopic sympathectomy. We present new data highlighting the difference in quality of life between patients with hyperhidrosis and controls.
ISSN:0972-9941