Vulvar anatomy and labia minoraplasty
Ladin A Yurteri-Kaplan1, Jeannine M Miranne, Cheryl B Iglesia
1Section of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, Medstar Washington Hospital Center/Georgetown University School of Medicine, 106 Irving Street NW POB Suite 405 South, Washington, DC, 20010, USA, ladin.yurteri-kaplan@medstar.net.
International Urogynecology Journal
|February 26, 2014
Summary
This video explains vulvar anatomy and demonstrates a labia minorplasty technique. Patient goals are crucial when selecting the best surgical approach for labia minora reduction.
Area of Science:
- Female cosmetic surgery
- Vulvar anatomy
- Surgical techniques
Background:
- Female genital cosmetic surgery addresses aesthetic, medical, and functional concerns.
- Congenital labia minora hypertrophy is a common indication for surgical intervention.
Purpose of the Study:
- To educate viewers on vulvar anatomy.
- To review and demonstrate labia minorplasty techniques.
Main Methods:
- This video showcases a specific labia minorplasty technique.
- Visual demonstration of surgical steps.
Main Results:
- N/A - Video demonstration focused
Conclusions:
- Multiple labia minorplasty techniques exist.
- Individualized patient goals are paramount in technique selection.
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