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Microinvasive video-assisted thoracoscopic sympathicotomy for primary palmar hyperhidrosis
1Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Sangmoo Hospital, Chipyung-Dong 1240, Suh-Gu, 502-270, Kwang-Ju, South Korea. bykim@mail.chosun.ac.kr
American Journal of Surgery
|August 22, 2001
Summary
This study shows that 2-mm dual port video-assisted thoracoscopic sympathicotomy is a safe and effective treatment for palmar hyperhidrosis, achieving high patient satisfaction and minimal complications.
Area of Science:
- Thoracic Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Procedures
- Hyperhidrosis Management
Background:
- Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) is the preferred treatment for palmar hyperhidrosis.
- Optimal VATS techniques for hyperhidrosis remain debated.
- This study investigates a 2-mm dual port VATS sympathicotomy approach.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the short-term outcomes of 2-mm dual port VATS sympathicotomy for primary palmar hyperhidrosis.
- To assess patient satisfaction, complications, and morbidity associated with this technique.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective review of 45 patients (20 male, 25 female; mean age 24.2 years).
- 90 procedures performed between April 1998 and August 1999.
- Follow-up averaged 11.3 months, focusing on satisfaction, complications, and morbidity.
Main Results:
- Immediate limb dryness achieved in all patients.
- No operative mortality; one transient Horner's syndrome.
- 92% mean satisfaction rate; 93% median improvement.
- Compensatory hyperhidrosis occurred in 25 patients, improving in 20.
Conclusions:
- 2-mm dual port VATS sympathicotomy is a rapid and safe method for hyperhidrosis control.
- The technique offers excellent cosmetic results with minimized complications.
- This approach provides effective management for palmar hyperhidrosis.