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[No ban on hymen reconstruction surgery].

Antina de Jong1,2, Gert van Dijk1

  • 1Artsenfederatie KNMG, Utrecht.

Nederlands Tijdschrift Voor Geneeskunde
|August 12, 2020
PubMed
Summary

This article argues against a proposed ban on hymen reconstruction surgery, suggesting doctors inform women about alternatives instead of prohibiting the procedure. It critiques classifying the surgery as female genital mutilation (FGM) solely to justify a ban.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Ethics
  • Public Health Policy
  • Gender Studies

Background:

  • The Dutch Ministry of Health proposed banning hymen reconstruction surgery.
  • Hymen reconstruction is debated ethically and legally.
  • Concerns exist regarding its classification and societal implications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To argue against the proposed ban on hymen reconstruction surgery.
  • To analyze the arguments supporting a ban.
  • To propose an alternative approach to managing the practice.

Main Methods:

  • Critical analysis of ethical and legal arguments.
  • Examination of the definition of female genital mutilation (FGM).
  • Discussion of societal views on virginity and sexuality.

Main Results:

  • Classifying hymen reconstruction as FGM is insufficient grounds for a ban.
  • Arguments based on patriarchal views do not justify prohibition.
  • Alternative approaches are more appropriate than a complete ban.

Conclusions:

  • A ban on hymen reconstruction surgery is not adequately justified.
  • Medical professionals should focus on informed consent and alternatives.
  • Policy should consider nuanced approaches beyond prohibition.

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