Drott C, Claes G, Rex L, Dalman P, Göthberg G, Fahlén T
Kirurgiska kliniken, Borås lasarett.
Lakartidningen. 2001 Apr 11;98(15):1766-72.
The thoracoscopic technique has simplified surgery on the upper thoracic chain. This comparatively minimally traumatic approach has resulted in a pronounced increase in the number of procedures. The effect of ETS on severe palmar hyperhidrosis and facial blushing is very good. These conditions often cause social, professional and emotional handicaps. Side-effects, especially compensatory sweating (increased sweating on the trunk and legs), can, however, be severe. The procedure should be used only when the hyperhidrosis or facial blushing is severely detrimental to the quality of life. The expected effects, side-effects and risks for complications must be made clear before patients are accepted for ETS.
胸腔镜技术简化了上胸段交感神经链的手术。这种相对微创的方法使得手术数量显著增加。内镜胸交感神经切断术（ETS）对重度手掌多汗症和面部潮红的效果非常好。这些情况常常会导致社交、职业和情感障碍。然而，副作用，尤其是代偿性出汗（躯干和腿部出汗增多）可能会很严重。只有当多汗症或面部潮红严重影响生活质量时才应采用该手术。在患者接受ETS手术前，必须明确告知其预期效果、副作用和并发症风险。
