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- Transmasculine genital gender affirmation surgery (GAS) has seen significant advancements in techniques and patient care over the years.
- Innovations include the use of sensate tissue flaps with integrated urethras, improving both surgical outcomes and patient satisfaction.
- Despite these advancements, there's a notable lack of standardized practices and research, highlighting the need for better classification systems and prospective studies to aid informed decision-making.
Article Abstract
Transmasculine genital gender affirmation surgery (GAS) is evolving rapidly due to social and surgical advances over recent decades. Important innovations include the use of free or pedicled sensate tissue flaps with integrated urethra coupled with an improved understanding of how best to offer inclusive care. Disappointingly, most publications have thus far failed to address standardization, classification systems, and prospective trials to help guide shared decision making. This narrative review highlights contemporary techniques, controversies, and innovations while addressing gaps in the literature and future directions for research.
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| http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ucl.2022.04.007 | DOI Listing |
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