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Background:

Axillary osmidrosis, characterized by offensive underarm odor, negatively affects psychosocial functioning.
The condition arises from bacterial decomposition of apocrine secretions in the axillae.
Understanding axillary osmidrosis is crucial for improving patient quality of life.

Purpose of the Study:

To conduct a literature review on axillary osmidrosis.
To identify previous reports, current trends, and emerging treatments for axillary osmidrosis.
To analyze publication trends and geographical distribution of research.

Main Methods:

Comprehensive search of English-language publications on axillary osmidrosis up to January 2019.
Chronological listing of studies by the country of the first author's institution.
Classification of publications by study type, pathophysiology, and treatments.

Main Results:

Identified 133 publications, with 120 originating from East Asian countries.
A significant increase in publications after the year 2000 was observed.
Suction curettage (39 reports) and open surgery (28 reports) were the most discussed treatments.

Conclusions:

While the etiology and pathophysiology of axillary osmidrosis are globally studied, surgical treatments are predominantly reported from East Asia.
Recent years have seen diverse surgical and nonsurgical treatment approaches, including laser therapy and suction curettage.
Emerging treatments like ethanol injections, microwave therapy, and microneedle radiofrequency require further investigation.