Gender-affirming surgery (male-to-female)

Gender-affirming surgery (male-to-female) is a type of surgery that changes the physical appearance and function of a person's existing sexual characteristics to resemble that of their identified gender. It is part of a treatment for gender dysphoria in transgender people.

Overview

Gender-affirming surgery, also known as sex reassignment surgery (SRS) or gender confirmation surgery, involves several procedures that can reshape male physical features to appear more feminine. These surgeries are part of a broader field of medicine known as transgender health.

Procedures

The procedures involved in male-to-female gender-affirming surgery can include vaginoplasty, breast augmentation, and facial feminization surgery.

Vaginoplasty

Vaginoplasty is a procedure that transforms the penile and scrotal tissues into a vagina, clitoris, and labia.

Breast Augmentation

Breast augmentation is a procedure that uses implants to enhance the size and shape of the breasts.

Facial Feminization Surgery

Facial feminization surgery includes several procedures such as brow lift, rhinoplasty, and cheek augmentation to give the face a more feminine appearance.

Risks and Complications

Like any surgery, gender-affirming surgery carries risks, including infection, bleeding, and complications related to anesthesia. Specific complications related to these surgeries can include loss of sensation, sexual dysfunction, and dissatisfaction with the aesthetic outcome.

See Also

• Gender dysphoria
• Transgender health
• Sex reassignment surgery (female-to-male)