Surgical treatment of bromhidrosis

ABSTRACT

Introduction:

Bromhidrosis or osmidrosis causes many patients to seek specialized medical treatment. Removal of the sweat glands from the axillary region through excision and complementary liposuction is a minor, technically simple procedure, with few complications. The objective of this study is to review the role of surgery in bromhidrosis, complications of treatment, and the degree of patient satisfaction.

Method:

Thirty-two patients underwent liposuction and removal of axillary tissue under local anesthesia and sedation. The patients were followed up for at least 6 months postoperatively, to evaluate the outcome and possible complications. The Client Satisfaction Questionnaire was completed after 6 months.

Results:

After 6 months of follow-up, there were few complications and the questionnaire revealed a high degree of satisfaction.

Conclusion:

In addition to being easily performed, the procedure was safe, with few complications.

Keywords:
Sweat gland diseases; Treatment; Reconstructive surgical procedures; Sweat glands; Sweat