Hyperhydrosis surgery

    
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Posted by CCF NEURO MD on June 04, 1997 at 10:56:04:

In Reply to: Hyperhydrosis surgery posted by Barbara Jones on May 29, 1997 at 16:08:32:

: I have a daughter with hyperhydrosis on the palms of
   her hands.  She is scheduled for throacticneurosurgery
  to correct this. I have read that endoscopic
  sympathectomies are being performed but I not in our
  area (upstate New York).  Do any neurosurgeons on your
  staff perform endoscopic sympathectomies to relieve
  hyperhydrosis of the palms?  I would prefer to avoid
  major surgery if possible.  Or do you know of any other
  facilites in the U.S. where this is done?
  
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We have an excellent neurosurgeon, Dr. Ian Kalfas, who specializes in spine surgery.  He does do a surgical procedure to treat hyperhydrosis.  He uses a posterior transpedicular approach which involves making an incision approximately 3-4 inches around the 2nd thoracic vertebrae, he removes a rib, partially, and cuts the ganglia.  It is a fairly simple procedure.  This is a  very simplistic view of the procedure.  If you would like more information call the neurosurgery department at the Cleveland Clinic 1-800-223-2273 ext 45670, or 216-444-5670 to arrange an appointment or to direct you to someone who could answer your questions directly.  I hope this information has been helpful.  
This information is provided for general medical education purposes only  Please consult the neurosurgery department for further diagnostic and treatment options of your specific medical condition.