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Endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy is a safe and effective treatment for severe palmar and axillary hyperhidrosis. Patients experienced immediate relief from sweating, though compensatory sweating requires patient counseling.

Area of Science:

  • Surgical innovation in treating hyperhidrosis.
  • Minimally invasive thoracic surgery.

Context:

  • Hyperhidrosis causes significant social and professional challenges.
  • Severe palmar and axillary hyperhidrosis requires effective treatment.
  • Endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy (ETS) offers a radical solution.

Purpose:

  • To describe the ETS technique for hyperhidrosis.
  • To present the outcomes of ETS in a patient cohort.

Summary:

  • 32 patients (17 male, 15 female, aged 15-32) underwent ETS from 1995-2002.
  • The procedure involved electrocoagulation of the sympathetic trunk.
  • No major complications occurred; mean hospital stay was 2 days.
  • Palmar sweating resolved immediately post-surgery.

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  • 7 patients reported compensatory sweating.

    • Impact:

    • ETS is a safe and effective treatment for palmar and axillary hyperhidrosis.
    • Compensatory sweating is the primary side effect, necessitating informed consent.
    • Improved quality of life for patients with severe hyperhidrosis.