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Transsexuality: some remarks based on clinical experience.

P Hertoft, T Sørensen

    Ciba Foundation Symposium
    |March 14, 1978
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    This study examines the concept of sex transformation, concluding that a complete change is impossible. It reviews historical cases and presents preliminary data on transsexual individuals seeking operations in Denmark.

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    Area of Science:

    • Medical Science
    • Psychology
    • Sociology

    Background:

    • Gender identity issues have a long history, with some individuals seeking sex transformation.
    • The term 'transsexual' was introduced in 1949, leading to hormonal and surgical interventions.
    • Historical cases like Lili Elbe and Chris Jorgensen are noted.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To discuss the impossibility of complete sex change.
    • To review the incidence and follow-up of transsexuality.
    • To present preliminary results from a Danish study on sex-change operations.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of historical cases and literature on transsexuality.
    • Analysis of data from 110 individuals seeking sex-change operations in Denmark over 25 years.
    • Inclusion of figures for individuals who underwent operations.

    Main Results:

    • Preliminary data from Denmark includes 110 applicants (81 men, 29 women) for sex-change operations.
    • 56 individuals (42 men, 14 women) have undergone such operations.
    • Figures are minimum estimates, as some operations may occur abroad.

    Conclusions:

    • The study posits the impossibility of a true sex change.
    • It highlights the ongoing application for and performance of sex-change operations.
    • Acknowledges limitations in data collection due to international procedures.

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