Background
Edited by: Akira Iwase, Gunma University, JapanReviewed by: Emerson Oliveira, Faculdade de Medicina do ABC, Brazil; Victor Manuel Pulgar, Campbell University, United States†These authors have contributed equally to this workHot flashes are common symptoms afflicting perimenopausal women. A stellate ganglion block (SGB) is believed to be an effective treatment for hot flashes; however, more evidence is needed to evaluate its safety and efficacy in relieving perimenopausal hot flashes.