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Chylothorax after endoscopic sympathectomy: case report

W C Cheng1, C N Chang, T K Lin

  • 1Department of Surgery, Chang Gung Medical College, Taiwan, Republic of China.

Neurosurgery
|August 1, 1994
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Endoscopic sympathectomy for palmar hyperhidrosis can lead to rare complications like chylothorax. Early recognition and treatment of this condition are crucial for patient recovery.

Area of Science:

  • Thoracic surgery
  • Surgical complications
  • Medical case reports

Background:

  • Endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy (ETS) is a common surgical treatment for palmar hyperhidrosis.
  • While generally safe and effective, ETS carries known risks including Horner's syndrome and pneumothorax.
  • Uncommon complications following ETS require careful consideration and prompt management.

Observation:

  • A 23-year-old female patient underwent transthoracic endoscopic sympathectomy for severe palmar hyperhidrosis.
  • Postoperatively, the patient developed an intractable dry cough, leading to the identification of a left pleural effusion via chest X-ray.
  • Thoracentesis confirmed the presence of chylous effusion, indicating a rare complication of chylothorax.

Findings:

  • The patient's chylothorax was successfully managed with chest tube drainage and dietary modifications.

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  • This case highlights chylothorax as a potential, albeit infrequent, complication of endoscopic sympathectomy.
  • Prompt diagnosis and intervention are key to resolving this serious post-surgical complication.

    • Implications:

    • This case underscores the importance of vigilance for rare complications following seemingly routine procedures like ETS.
    • Physicians should maintain a high index of suspicion for chylothorax in patients presenting with persistent cough and pleural effusion post-sympathectomy.
    • Effective management strategies, including drainage and dietary changes, can lead to favorable outcomes for chylothorax patients.