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Sympathectomy is a surgical procedure that destroys nerves in the sympathetic nervous system.
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What is the probable cost of undergoing endoscopic thoracoscopic sympathectomy?
cost of a sympathectomy
How effective is sympathectomy for causalgia?
Some studies report that sympathectomy relieves causalgia in as many as 75% of cases.
Which segment should be saved during a lumbar sympathectomy?
The spinal cord segments should be saved during a lumbar sympathectomy.
What are some reasons for performing a sympathectomy?
Sympathectomy is performed to relieve intermittent constricting of blood vessels (ischemia ) when the fingers, toes, ears, or nose are exposed to cold (Raynaud's phenomenon).
What are the normal results of sympathectomy?
Sympathectomy relieves hyperhidrosis in more than 90% of cases and causalgia in up to 75% of cases. The less invasive procedures cause very little scarring.
How is sympathectomy used for hyperhidrosis?
Sympathectomy for hyperhidrosis is accomplished by making a small incision under the armpit and introducing air into the chest cavity. The surgeon inserts a fiberoptic tube (endoscope) that projects an image of the operation on a video screen.
What is the medical term meaning surgical excision of a portion of the sympathetic nervous system?
This is known as a sympathectomy
How is hyperhidrosis of the palms cured?
The only permanent cure for hyperhidrosis of the palms is a surgical procedure known as a sympathectomy
What are nonsurgical alternatives to sympathectomy?
Nonsurgical treatments include physical therapy, medications, and avoidance of stress and cold. These measures reduce or remove the likelihood of triggering a problem mediated by the sympathetic nervous system.
What is the best way to control excess sweating hyperhidrosis?
There are a few treatments for hyperhidrosis, but the only way to completely eliminate the condition is through a procedure called thoracoscopic sympathectomy. Learn more at the Related Link.
Is Hyperhidrosis completely curable within India?
yes it is completely curable in India ... there are specialist surgeons (Apollo Delhi... Dr Arun Prasad) who perform ETS (endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy) ... however you need to discuss the shortfalls of the surgery, specifically with regard to Compensatory Sweating. yes it is completely curable in India ... there are specialist surgeons (Apollo Delhi... Dr Arun Prasad) who perform ETS (endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy) ... however you need to discuss the shortfalls of the surgery, specifically with regard to Compensatory Sweating.
What type of surgery is ETS surgery?
ETS Surgery, or Endoscopic Thoracic Sympathectomy, is a surgical procedure that destroys certain parts of the sympathetic nerve trunk. This procedure is used to reduce facial blushing and cure a few other facial nerve related diseases.
