Phalloplasty
Phalloplasty
Phalloplasty (pronounced: /fælˈɒplæsti/) is a type of genital reconstructive surgery that involves the construction or reconstruction of a penis. The procedure is often sought by transgender men and cisgender men who have experienced penile trauma or loss.
Etymology
The term "phalloplasty" is derived from the Ancient Greek words phallos which means "penis" and plassein which means "to shape or form".
Procedure
Phalloplasty procedures can vary greatly depending on the individual's needs and desired outcomes. Generally, the procedure involves the use of skin grafts taken from other parts of the body to construct a neopenis. This can be done using a variety of techniques, including the Radial forearm flap method, the Anterolateral thigh flap method, and the Musculocutaneous latissimus dorsi flap method.
Related Terms
- Genital reconstructive surgery
- Transgender men
- Cisgender men
- Skin grafts
- Radial forearm flap
- Anterolateral thigh flap
- Musculocutaneous latissimus dorsi flap
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Phalloplasty
- Wikipedia's article - Phalloplasty
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