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Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) Sympathectomy for Sweaty Palms

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Contributed by Dept of Cardiothoracic Surgery (website)

Description

Uncontrollably sweaty palm is a socially embarrassing condition. Those affected by it would have tried different creams and other therapies. Unfortunately, none of them could cure the sweaty palm permanently.

VATS sympathectomy is an operation done via two 5mm incisions on each side of the chest. The surgeon divides the nerve supplying the sweat glands in the hands. This procedure offers permanent cure to this condition. Patients will only need an overnight stay or same day discharge after the operation. Pain and scar formation are minimal.


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Where to Seek Treatment

The medical institutions within SingHealth that offer consultation and treatment for this condition include:

1. National Heart Centre Singapore
Dept of Cardiothoracic Surgery
17 Third Hospital Avenue, Mistri Wing, Singapore 168752

Outpatient Appointment Unit:
Tel : +65 6436 7840

International Enquiries, please contact:
Tel : +65 6236 7438
Email : ims@nhcs.com.sg
2. KK Women's and Children's Hospital
Children's Services - Cardiology
100 Bukit Timah Road Singapore 229899

Central Appointments:
Tel : +65 6294 4050

International Enquiries, please contact:
Tel : +65 6394 8888
Email : international@kkh.com.sg





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