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Facial feminisation surgery in NHS Scotland.

A Regan1, S Kent2, R Morrison2

  • 1Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, United Kingdom.

The British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
|July 17, 2021
PubMed
Summary

Facial feminisation surgery (FFS) is a key part of care for transgender women. This review of NHS Scotland data shows FFS is safe and effective, with increasing demand for these procedures.

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Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Gender Affirming Care
  • Health Services Research

Background:

  • Facial feminisation surgery (FFS) is crucial for transgender women's well-being.
  • There is limited literature on FFS practices and outcomes, particularly within national health services.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review surgical practices and outcomes of FFS within NHS Scotland.
  • To assess the range of procedures, complication rates, and patient outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • Identification of Gender Identity Clinics in Scotland.
  • Retrospective review of 60 patients' electronic case notes (June 2014 - June 2019).
  • Data collection on demographics, procedures, complications, and outcomes.

Main Results:

Keywords:
Aesthetic outcomesAestheticsFeminisationTransgender

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  • FFS was performed in two centers, with 160 procedures across 60 patients (average age 36).
  • Rhinoplasty was the most common procedure (n=36).
  • Surgical complications occurred in 8 procedures; negative outcomes in 12/88 sessions, indicating high acceptance and safety.

Conclusions:

  • FFS in NHS Scotland involves diverse procedures and is well-accepted.
  • The study highlights a growing demand for FFS.
  • Further research incorporating patient perspectives is needed to fully understand FFS impacts.