Reducing excessive sweating in patients with focal hyperhidrosis
Outcome Of Bilateral Thoracoscopic Sympathectomy for Patients With Primary Focal Hyperhidrosis, Sohag University Hospital Experience
NA · Sohag University · NCT06638827
This study is testing if a surgery called Bilateral Thoracoscopic Sympathectomy can help people with excessive sweating in areas like their palms and armpits feel better and improve their quality of life.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 15 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Sohag University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Sohag, Sohag Governorate) |
| Trial ID | NCT06638827 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial investigates the effectiveness of Bilateral Thoracoscopic Sympathectomy (BTS) in permanently reducing excessive sweating in patients with Primary Focal Hyperhidrosis, particularly affecting the palms, armpits, face, and soles. The study will assess various outcomes, including the efficiency of different levels of nerve transection, the impact on cardio-pulmonary function, and the occurrence of compensatory sweating and postoperative pain. Additionally, it aims to evaluate the overall quality of life improvements following the procedure.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals diagnosed with Primary Focal Hyperhidrosis who have satisfactory cardio-pulmonary function.
Not a fit: Patients with secondary hyperhidrosis or those who have undergone previous thoracic surgeries may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this procedure could significantly improve the quality of life for patients suffering from debilitating excessive sweating.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies on thoracoscopic sympathectomy have shown promising results in treating hyperhidrosis, indicating a potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * a. persons with confirmed and estimated Primary Focal Hyperhidrosis accepted to participate in this investigation, fulfilling pre and postoperative questionnaires about BTS effects and quality of life after the operation * b. Satisfactory CardioPulmonary Function Exclusion Criteria: * previous thoracic surgical procedures, rib fractures, massive pneumonias, or pleural empyema * Secondary Hyperhidrosis
Where this trial is running
Sohag, Sohag Governorate
- Sohag University — Sohag, Sohag Governorate, Egypt (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Mohamed Mokhtar, Resident Physician
- Email: Mohamed94Mokhtar@gmail.com
- Phone: 00201095585485
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Hyperhidrosis Primary Focal Palms, Hyperhidrosis, Primary focal hyperhidrosis