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Although mild symptoms can often be managed conservatively through lifestyle modifications, such as avoiding triggering factors, or with pharmacological interventions, surgical treatments are often required for those with persistent pain and ulcers. Advances in microsurgical techniques have introduced peripheral sympathectomy, peripheral neurectomy, and distal artery bypass as promising options for managing refractory and severe cases of RP. 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