Journal of the American College of Surgeons
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Hyperhidrosis palmaris is a functionally and socially disabling problem. Thoracic sympathectomy of the T2 ganglion has proved to be the time-honored treatment modality. ⋯ Video-assisted thoracoscopy provides magnified surgical fields, which make thoracoscopic sympathectomy for hyperhidrosis palmaris an effective, safe, easy to use, and time-saving procedure. This technique is also excellent for teaching purposes and allows the assistant to participate in the operation.