Microwave thermolysis of sweat glands

Abstract

The results demonstrate that microwave technology is well suited for targeting sweat glands while allowing for protection of both the upper skin layers and the structures beneath the subcutaneous fat. Promising initial results from simulation and pre-clinical testing demonstrate the potential of the device as a noninvasive solution for sweat gland thermolysis.

A prospective clinical and histologic study of axillary osmidrosis treated with the microwave-based device

“…1e3 Microwave-based devices, approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration, have been developed to treat axillary hyperhidrosis by selectively heating the interface between the skin and underlying fat of the axilla. 4 However, treatment of axillary osmidrosis using this technique has only been reported in one preliminary study. 5 The objectives of this study were to investigate the efficacy, safety, and histological changes of microwave-based devices in treating axillary osmidrosis.…”

Up-to-date Treatments of Primary Hyperhidrosis with Focus on Sympathectomy and Sympathicotomy; A Narrative Review

“…One to three therapeutic sessions are usually required. The side effects of this procedure are swelling, discomfort, and numbness of the skin [13][14][15].…”

Perspectivas de futuro en láseres, nuevas tecnologías y nanotecnología en dermatología

“…También se aplican sistemas de radiofrecuencia y ultrasonidos para dañar térmicamente estas glándulas. En 2011, la FDA aprobó un dispositivo para tratar mediante microondas la hiperhidrosis axilar [26][27][28][29][30][31] .…”