The study evaluated the effectiveness of a 20% aluminum chloride hexahydrate solution in treating axillary hyperhidrosis. Patients were instructed to apply the solution without an occlusive dressing, which improved patient compliance and satisfaction. The solution was applied nightly for one week, followed by periodic applications every two days to one year, depending on individual needs. Side effects were minimal, primarily irritation of the axilla, which was effectively managed with hydrocortisone cream. After 12 months, 64 patients reported complete control of axillary sweating, with 42 achieving normal sweating every two weeks. The treatment was considered highly successful, and the authors recommended it as the first choice for axillary hyperhidrosis, emphasizing the convenience and effectiveness of the method over traditional occlusive dressings.
An innovative surgical technique was developed to treat ulcerative colitis without a permanent ileostomy. The procedure involves total resection of the colon and upper rectum, followed by an ileal pouch anastomosis to the anal canal. Five patients were assessed, with four reporting high satisfaction due to improved health and function. Two patients experienced complications, including pelvic abscess and chest infection, but these were managed successfully. The results suggest that this approach may offer a viable alternative to proctocolectomy with an ileostomy, particularly for patients with a strong aversion to an ileostomy. The authors emphasize the importance of preserving anal function and encourage further research to optimize the technique.The study evaluated the effectiveness of a 20% aluminum chloride hexahydrate solution in treating axillary hyperhidrosis. Patients were instructed to apply the solution without an occlusive dressing, which improved patient compliance and satisfaction. The solution was applied nightly for one week, followed by periodic applications every two days to one year, depending on individual needs. Side effects were minimal, primarily irritation of the axilla, which was effectively managed with hydrocortisone cream. After 12 months, 64 patients reported complete control of axillary sweating, with 42 achieving normal sweating every two weeks. The treatment was considered highly successful, and the authors recommended it as the first choice for axillary hyperhidrosis, emphasizing the convenience and effectiveness of the method over traditional occlusive dressings.
An innovative surgical technique was developed to treat ulcerative colitis without a permanent ileostomy. The procedure involves total resection of the colon and upper rectum, followed by an ileal pouch anastomosis to the anal canal. Five patients were assessed, with four reporting high satisfaction due to improved health and function. Two patients experienced complications, including pelvic abscess and chest infection, but these were managed successfully. The results suggest that this approach may offer a viable alternative to proctocolectomy with an ileostomy, particularly for patients with a strong aversion to an ileostomy. The authors emphasize the importance of preserving anal function and encourage further research to optimize the technique.