Sexual Function in Post-surgical Transgender and Gender Diverse Individuals.

Obstet Gynecol Clin North Am

Department of Surgery, Section of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, The University of Chicago, 5841 South Maryland Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637, USA.

Published: June 2024

AI Article Synopsis

  • Surgical treatments for gender dysphoria include facial, chest, and genital surgeries.
  • Chest and genital surgeries change both the appearance and function of natural organs, significantly affecting sexual function.
  • The article explores how these surgeries influence sexual experiences for transgender and gender-diverse individuals.

Article Abstract

Surgical treatment for gender dysphoria consists of facial, chest, and genital surgery. Chest and genital gender affirmation surgeries alter the form and function of the native organs. This can have a profound impact on sexual function for transgender and gender- diverse individuals. In this article, the authors will discuss the impacts that chest and genital gender affirmation surgeries can have on sexual function.

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