Chapter 82
Thoracoscopic Sympathectomy
P. Michael McFadden,
Larry H. Hollier,
P. Michael McFadden
Search for more papers by this authorLarry H. Hollier
Search for more papers by this authorP. Michael McFadden,
Larry H. Hollier,
P. Michael McFadden
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L. H. Hollier,
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Search for more papers by this authorFirst published: 01 January 2004
Summary
This chapter contains section titled:
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Indications andContraindications
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Requirements for a Successful Thoracoscopic Sympathectomy
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Complications
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Technique
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Results
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Conclusion
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Historical Note
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