Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft = Journal of the German Society of Dermatology : JDDG
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J Dtsch Dermatol Ges · Nov 2003
Clinical Trial[Efficacy, side effects and patient satisfaction with wrist conduction block anaesthesia prior to the treatment of palmar hyperhidrosis with botulinum toxin type A].
The treatment of palmar hyperhidrosis with botulinum toxin type A (BTX A) injections is one of the most effective therapeutic options. However, without adequate anaesthesia this treatment is not feasible in most patients. The anaesthesia of the radial, median and ulnar nerves (wrist block) is despite the absence of good data considered effective but risky. ⋯ The wrist block effectively reduces pain due to the treatment of palmar hyperhidrosis with BTX A. Major side effects are rare; patient acceptance and satisfaction are high.