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A Simple Guide for Simple Orchiectomy in Transition-Related Surgeries
Courtney Francis1, Ethan Grober2, Emery Potter3
1Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada.
This guide offers a structured approach to bilateral simple orchiectomy for transgender and gender nonconforming individuals. It details indications, surgical methods, and risk-benefit assessments for healthcare professionals.
Area of Science:
- Gender-affirming care
- Surgical oncology
- Endocrinology
Background:
- Orchiectomy is not widely documented as a standalone procedure in transgender surgical literature.
- There is a need for clear guidelines for healthcare professionals managing transgender and gender nonconforming individuals seeking orchiectomy.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive guide for healthcare professionals on performing bilateral simple orchiectomy.
- To outline the indications, surgical approach, and perioperative care for orchiectomy in the context of gender-affirming surgery.
Main Methods:
- Expert opinion was utilized to develop a novel guide for orchiectomy in transition-related surgeries.
- A literature review focused on simple orchiectomy and vaginoplasty procedures for transgender individuals.
Main Results:
- This article presents the first structured guide for bilateral simple orchiectomy in gender surgery.
- The guide covers essential aspects including indications, surgical techniques, and patient assessment.
Conclusions:
- Bilateral scrotal orchiectomy is a straightforward surgical procedure with a significant role in the care of transgender individuals.
- This guide aims to support healthcare professionals in providing optimal care for transgender and gender nonconforming individuals undergoing orchiectomy.
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