Lumbar sympathectomy, which refers to sympathectomy that involves ganglia in the lower back, and cervicodorsal sympathectomy, which refers to sympathectomy that involves ganglia in the neck, are also performed for certain disorders.
Ministry to the Sick and Dying is a valuable tool for pastors, elders, deacons, Sunday school teachers and laity involved in this ministry. Information is given on diseases, such as AIDS/HIV and Cancer. The book also has a wealth of information on end-of-life issues and final decisions.
Following Reed's death, the minister of our new church offered sympathy and guidance, and encouraged us to be open about his suicide. She said there had been two or three suicides over the years in that congregation and she could see how the impact of stigma and silence had rippled down into the third generation. Our being open about Reed's suicide might, she suggested, help these folks in their healing.