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Female genital mutilation type III, or infibulation, can cause severe health issues. Defibulation surgery opens the infibulation scar, restoring normal anatomy and function, and is detailed in this visual guide.

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  • Gynecology
  • Sexual Medicine
  • Surgical Education

Background:

  • Female genital mutilation type III (infibulation) involves narrowing the vaginal opening by sealing the labia.
  • This practice leads to significant urogynecological, obstetrical, and psychosexual complications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive visual learning tool for defibulation (de-infibulation).
  • To offer practical, up-to-date information on pre-operative, operative, and post-operative care for defibulation procedures.

Main Methods:

  • The article serves as a visual reference guide.
  • It details the surgical procedure of defibulation, which opens the infibulation scar.

Main Results:

  • Defibulation exposes the vulvar vestibule, vaginal orifice, external urethral meatus, and clitoris.
  • The procedure addresses the anatomical and functional consequences of infibulation.

Conclusions:

  • Defibulation is a crucial intervention for managing the health consequences of infibulation.
  • This visual tool aims to enhance understanding and practical application of defibulation techniques.