Publications by authors named "D M O'Dey"
Article Synopsis
- Lichen sclerosus et atrophicus is a condition affecting the female genital area that can cause pain and sexual dysfunction, and surgery may help when other treatments fail.
- * A study was conducted on 61 patients who underwent vulvectomy followed by reconstruction with the anterior obturator artery perforator (aOAP) flap, which showed significant improvements in sexual outcomes after one year.
- * Results indicated a notable decrease in pain during intercourse and an increased ability to have sex, although some patients experienced minor complications post-surgery.
Anatomical Reconstruction following Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting.
Plast Reconstr Surg
August 2024
Article Synopsis
- International migration has brought attention to female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) in nonendemic countries, increasing the demand for surgical reconstruction among affected women.
- The study analyzed the outcomes of three innovative surgical techniques for clitoral and vulvovestibular reconstruction in 119 women, focusing on their effectiveness in improving clitoral sensation and reducing pain-related symptoms.
- Results showed significant postoperative improvements in symptoms like dysmenorrhea and dyspareunia, with a notable enhancement in clitoral sensation and orgasm capability, indicating these techniques provide a promising treatment option for women affected by FGM/C.
Introduction: Numerous techniques have been proposed for the plastic surgical treatment of hypertrophic breasts. Challenges of the procedure include the preservation of vascular supply and sensitivity of the nipple areola complex (NAC), breast feeding, and an esthetically pleasing result.
Objectives: In the present preliminary report, we introduce a new technique called the three-block L-wing reduction mammaplasty that addresses the aforementioned difficulties.
Background: Female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) is a worldwide problem affecting millions of women and is especially common in Africa and Arabia. Women suffer from serious physical and psychological problems. Anatomic reconstruction, therefore, is an important and life-changing option for many affected women.
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