Search research articles

ABOUT JoVE

Overview Leadership Blog JoVE Help Center

AUTHORS

Publishing Process Editorial Board Scope & Policies Peer Review FAQ Submit

LIBRARIANS

Testimonials Subscriptions Access Resources Library Advisory Board FAQ

RESEARCH

JoVE Journal Methods Collections JoVE Encyclopedia of Experiments Archive

EDUCATION

JoVE Core JoVE Business JoVE Science Education JoVE Lab Manual Faculty Resource Center Faculty Site

Terms & Conditions of Use

Related Concept Videos

Endoscopic Procedures IV: Sigmoidoscopy and Laproscopy

Endoscopic Procedures IV: Sigmoidoscopy and Laproscopy

Sigmoidoscopy and laparoscopy are distinct medical procedures that enable physicians to internally inspect different parts of the GI tract. Although they serve different purposes, each is essential for diagnosing and, in some cases, treating various medical conditions.
Sigmoidoscopy
Sigmoidoscopy is a diagnostic procedure that uses a flexible sigmoidoscope equipped with a light source and camera to examine the rectum and sigmoid colon. The procedure involves inserting the tube through the anus...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by

Same author

Drivers and Barriers of Breast Augmentation Surgery: Multinational Insights.

Aesthetic surgery journal. Open forum·2025

Same author

Refined Vertical Neck Lift With Crisscrossed Platysma Traction Sutures: A Simple Method for Improving Mandibular Neck Definition in Face Lifts.

Aesthetic plastic surgery·2025

Same author

Explantation Mastopexy Using Long Superior Dermoglandular Flap: A Retrospective Analysis of our Technique.

Aesthetic plastic surgery·2025

Same author

Correction: Trends in Surgical and Nonsurgical Aesthetic Procedures: A 14-Year Analysis of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery-ISAPS.

Aesthetic plastic surgery·2024

Same author

Trends in Surgical and Nonsurgical Aesthetic Procedures: A 14-Year Analysis of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery-ISAPS.

Aesthetic plastic surgery·2024

Same author

Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Fellowship Training in Cali, Colombia.

Aesthetic plastic surgery·2024

Search research articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: May 21, 2026

Lateral-PLIF for Lumbar Spinal Arthrodesis: A Detailed Step-By-Step Surgical Technique

Lateral-PLIF for Lumbar Spinal Arthrodesis: A Detailed Step-By-Step Surgical Technique

Published on: January 23, 2026

Refreshing labioplasty techniques for plastic surgeons.

Lina Triana¹, Ana Maria Robledo

¹Clinica Corpus y Rostrum, San Fernando, Parque del Perro, Cali, Colombia. linatriana@drlinatriana.com

Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

|June 22, 2012

Summary

This summary is machine-generated.

Direct labia minora excision is an effective plastic surgery technique for managing labial hypertrophy. This method demonstrates high patient satisfaction with minimal complications, offering a safe and reliable surgical option.

More Related Videos

Three-dimensional Navigation-guided, Prone, Single-position, Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion Technique

Three-dimensional Navigation-guided, Prone, Single-position, Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion Technique

Published on: July 15, 2021

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: May 21, 2026

Lateral-PLIF for Lumbar Spinal Arthrodesis: A Detailed Step-By-Step Surgical Technique

Lateral-PLIF for Lumbar Spinal Arthrodesis: A Detailed Step-By-Step Surgical Technique

Published on: January 23, 2026

Three-dimensional Navigation-guided, Prone, Single-position, Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion Technique

Three-dimensional Navigation-guided, Prone, Single-position, Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion Technique

Published on: July 15, 2021

Area of Science:

Plastic Surgery
Gynecology
Aesthetic Surgery

Background:

Growing patient demand for female genital plastic surgery.
Established surgical techniques for labia minora hypertrophy include direct excision, wedge resection, and deepithelialization.
Surgical options also exist for labia majora hypertrophy and hypoplasia.

Purpose of the Study:

To review current labioplasty techniques.
To present the senior author's specific approach to labia minora and majora plastic surgery.

Main Methods:

A retrospective review of 74 patients undergoing direct labia minora excision.
Procedures included optional clitoral hood molding and labia majora management.
Data collected from January 2009 to August 2011.

Main Results:

Average follow-up was 6 months, with a mean patient age of 35 years.
Low complication rates: one infection, one wound dehiscence.
High patient satisfaction (near 100%) with no significant scar-related issues or discomfort.

Conclusions:

Direct excision of excess labia minora is a safe and effective labioplasty technique.
The procedure is associated with a low incidence of complications.
High patient satisfaction rates confirm the technique's efficacy.