Problems in the genital area that are cosmetically or functionally harmful to the person can often be corrected surgically.
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The genital area can present a wide range of functional or cosmetic problems that can be treated surgically. Some procedures are carried out for medical reasons, but can also be performed as aesthetic treatment at the person’s request.
The commonest surgical procedures in the genital area are:
- Genital scar revision
- Correction of damage caused by the after-effects of inflammatory diseases
- Correction of the scar left by an episiotomy (an incision made in the perineum to facilitate childbirth)
- Corrective surgery on female circumcision
- Genital fat grafting
- Labiaplasty (vulval surgery)
Surgery in the genital area is usually performed under general anaesthetic, although minor procedures can also be carried out under local anaesthetic.
Treatment begins with a consultation, and is individually planned and performed
Surgical treatment of the genital area always starts with a consultation with a plastic surgeon to discuss the person’s case and their wishes for treatment. The purpose of this is to identify the problem, the harm it causes and the right treatment for the situation. The plastic surgeon examines the area to be operated and goes through the procedure in detail with the patient. At the end of the consultation, a suitable time for the procedure can be booked.
Genital surgery is always carried out according to individual needs, and there are many options. Whatever the problem, the Skin Hospital’s specialists will be happy to discuss your options with you.
