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Hyperhidrosis: Education Resources

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• Hyperhidrosis
• Thoracoscopic
Sympathectomy
• Procedure Process
• Education Resources
• FAQ about Sympathectomy
• Success Stories
• Sympathectomy Surgical Webcast
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You may find the following links to papers and Web sites useful as you investigate Thoracoscopic Sympathectomy for Hyperhidrosis.

J. Johnson P et. al“Thoracoscopic Sympathectomy: Techniques and Outcomes" (Neurosurgical Focus, 4 (2): Article 4, 1998. A thorough discussion of the technique and its results in a group of patients.

Krasna MJ, Jiao X, Sonett J, Gamliel Z, King K. “Thoracoscopic Sympathectomy" (Surg Laparosc Endosc Percutan Tech , 2000; 10 (5): 314-3182000 Oct;10(5):314-8

Krasna MJ, Demmy TL, McKenna RJ, Mack MJ. “Thoracoscopic Sympathectomy: The US Experience" (Eur J Surg Suppl , 1998;(580):19-21.

Krasna MJ, Flowers J, Morvick R. “Thoracoscopic Sympathectomy" (Surg Laparosc Endosc , 1993 Oct;3(5):391-4.

CTS Net (the Cardiothoracic Surgery Network) by the Society of Thoracic Surgeons: This site is targeted at surgeons but is currently building more patient information. Perform a keyword search for "hyperhidrosis" or read/join the discussion forum on sympathectomy.

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This page was last updated on: July 9, 2007.
For more information or to schedule a consultation in our clinic, please contact us at 410-328-6366 or fax 410-328-0693.