Endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy(ETS) for complex regional pain syndrome(CRPS)
Abstract
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) is a condition characterized by chronic burning pain, swelling and colour changes commonly affecting hands. We report a case of CRPS in a 26 year-old female in whom non-operative therapy had failed, with full degree of pain relief achieved by Endoscopic Thoracic Sympathectomy. Her per-operative period was uncomplicated and symptoms were improved immediately after the surgery. In the post-operative period she developed a pneumothorax, a known complication of the procedure.
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.4038/slja.v22i1.5975
© 2013 Vasanthi Pinto, Kuda Galketiya, Dinusha Gamage, Dhanoja Wijesinghe, published by College of Anaesthesiologists of Sri Lanka
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