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This research aims to share clinical experiences with thoracoscopic sympathectomy for primary hyperhidrosis.

May 20, 2026Türk tıp dergisi.Open Access

Primer Hyperhidrosis: Thoracoscopic Thoracal sympathectomy

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Randomized trial evaluates surgical success of sympathectomy in patients with excessive sweating, suggesting a valid treatment option.

This research aims to share clinical experiences with thoracoscopic sympathectomy for primary hyperhidrosis.
Evaluated 10 patients who underwent bilateral thoracoscopic thoracic sympathectomy from January 2024 to January 2025.
Assessed surgical approach, length of hospital stay, complications, and surgical success after the procedure.
Conducted follow-up assessments at one week, one month, and one year post-surgery.
All patients reported significant relief from excessive sweating after the procedure.
One patient experienced pain at the port site during the first week, while others reported no complications after one month or one year.
The majority cited excessive sweating in hands as the most common symptom, which subsided after surgery.

İnan et al. (2026) studied this question.

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