What are the pros, cons, and risks of vaginectomy?
Pros
~60% lower risk of urethral stricture and fistula if you have a penis created with urethral lengthening {Al-Tamimi, 2018 #12293}
Masculine perineum
Fewer gynecologic organs
Lower risk of cancer or other problems with the vagina
Cons
Irreversible
Must have a hysterectomy / ovary removal prior to or with vaginectomy
No longer able to become pregnant
Unable to have penetrative vaginal intercourse
Risks
Injury to the rectum/bowel/intestines (requiring bowel diversion/stoma) (~1-2%)
Injury to the urinary tract (2-5%)
Need for repeat procedures (<2%-5%)
Anesthetic risks
Persistent gender dysphoria
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