Staged Extended Thoracoscopic Sympathicotomy for Palmo-axillo-plantar Hyperhidrosis
Launched by MANSOURA UNIVERSITY · Apr 4, 2016
Trial Information
Current as of August 25, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
This is a pilot study that investigates the efficacy of video-assisted endoscopic sympathicotomy from the level of T3 to T12 on combined palmar and plantar hyperhidrosis.
Ablation of ascending sympathetic fibers would help alleviating both types of hyperhidrosis in a single setting.
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • patients with combined palmo-axillo-plantar hyperhidrosis of ASA grade I and II
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • Patients under 16 years.
- • Patients with bradycardia (heart rate \<80 beats per minute).
- • Patients with concomitant lung pathology, frozen mediastinum, pleural effusion, or history of intercostal tube insertion.
- • Patients with cardiac problems with ejection fraction less than 60%.
- • Patient suffering from isolated palmo-axillary hyperhidrosis not associated with plantar hyperhidrosis.
- • Patients suffering from craniofacial hyperhidrosis, either isolated or combined with other areas of hyperhidrosis.
About Mansoura University
Mansoura University is a prestigious academic institution located in Egypt, renowned for its commitment to advancing medical research and education. As a clinical trial sponsor, it leverages its extensive resources and expertise in various fields of healthcare to facilitate innovative research initiatives aimed at improving patient outcomes. The university collaborates with a network of healthcare professionals and researchers to conduct high-quality clinical trials, focusing on addressing critical health challenges through rigorous scientific methodologies. Its dedication to ethical research practices and adherence to regulatory standards underscores its role as a leader in the medical research community.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Mansoura, Dakahlia, Egypt
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Sameh H Emile, M.D
Principal Investigator
Mansoura University
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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