An Innovative Technique of Hydrosurgery in the Treatment of Osmidrosis
August 2019
in “
Journal of Dermatological Treatment
”
Studysummary In this study, hydrosurgery for axillary osmidrosis was found to be efficient with fewer postoperative complications compared to the traditional two-incision method, showing lower rates of necrosis and scar formation, and achieving high patient satisfaction over a 24-36 month follow-up.
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The document detailed an innovative hydrosurgery technique for treating osmidrosis, a condition characterized by excessive body odor. The study was conducted by a team from the Department of Plastic Surgery at Changhai Hospital, Second Military Medical University in Shanghai, China. The technique involved using a high-pressure water jet to precisely remove sweat glands responsible for the odor. The results indicated that this method was effective in reducing symptoms with minimal scarring and a low recurrence rate. The study concluded that hydrosurgery could be a promising alternative to traditional surgical methods for osmidrosis treatment.
