Penile inversion vaginoplasty outcomes: Complications and satisfaction

Penile inversion vaginoplasty helps to alleviate gender dysphoria and improve quality of life in many transgender individuals. Overall, the procedure is associated with high post-operative satisfaction, even when complications occur. Adverse events related to vaginoplasty are commensurate with other genitourinary reconstructive procedures performed for other diagnoses (ie, cancer or congenital issues). Here, we explore the incidence of complications following vaginoplasty, emphasizing the challenges in defining and managing these adverse events. In addition, outcome measures to assess patient satisfaction will be reviewed.

Automated summary

Penile inversion vaginoplasty is effective in alleviating gender dysphoria and improving quality of life for many transgender individuals, with high post-operative satisfaction levels even in the presence of complications. Adverse events associated with vaginoplasty are comparable to other genitourinary reconstructive procedures for different diagnoses, and there are challenges in defining and managing these complications. Outcome measures for assessing patient satisfaction following vaginoplasty will also be reviewed.