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[Plastic surgery of pseudo-hermaphroditism]
1Department of Plastic Surgery First Affiliated Hospital, Hubei Medical College.
Zhonghua Zheng Xing Shao Shang Wai Ke Za Zhi = Zhonghua Zheng Xing Shao Shang Waikf [I.E. Waike] Zazhi = Chinese Journal of Plastic Surgery and Burns
|September 1, 1992
Summary
This study details plastic surgery for pseudo-hermaphroditism in 8 patients. Patient and family desires determined the final sex assignment, yielding satisfactory surgical outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Medical Science
- Surgical Procedures
- Genetics
Context:
- Pseudo-hermaphroditism presents complex challenges in sex assignment.
- Previous surgical interventions for intersex conditions varied in outcomes.
Purpose:
- To present a surgical technique for pseudo-hermaphroditism.
- To evaluate the efficacy of plastic surgery in managing intersex conditions.
- To guide sex assignment based on patient and family preferences.
Summary:
- Eight patients with pseudo-hermaphroditism underwent plastic surgery.
- Surgical outcomes were satisfactory, with sex determined by patient and family consensus.
- The paper discusses surgical techniques and associated challenges.
Impact:
- Provides a patient-centered approach to surgical management of pseudo-hermaphroditism.
- Offers insights into successful plastic surgery methods for intersex conditions.
- Contributes to improved quality of life for individuals with intersex variations.