International journal of surgical investigation
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Int. J. Surg. Investig. · Jan 2001
Comparative StudyPitfalls and complication avoidance associated with transthoracic endoscopic sympathectomy for primary hyperhidrosis (analysis of 2200 cases).
Transthoracic endoscopic sympathectomy (TES) has been already a standard method for the treatment of primary hyperhidrosis. There are rare reports about possibly encountered problems during TES. Therefore, we present our experience in treating palmar and axillary hyperhidrosis and discuss the resoluble methods of potential problems during and after TES. ⋯ Potential complications may happen during and after TES. But nearly all endoscopic sympathectomy could be achieved if surgeons acknowledge possible anatomic variation and has ability to overcome pleural adhesions.