Thoracoscopic sympathectomy: a one-port technique.
BACKGROUND
The present paper describes the development of a one-port technique for thoracoscopic sympathectomy.


METHODS
A 7-mm thorascope with a working channel for diathermy was used.


CONCLUSIONS
A highly cosmetic, simple, safe, day-case procedure is achievable.
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D001365:Axilla; D006801:Humans; D006945:Hyperhidrosis / Q000601:surgery*; D013562:Sympathectomy / Q000379:methods*; D013906:Thoracoscopy