{"id":28877,"date":"2023-06-15T11:22:49","date_gmt":"2023-06-15T09:22:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cirugiadegenero.com\/en-que-consiste-la-faloplastia\/"},"modified":"2026-03-04T12:11:09","modified_gmt":"2026-03-04T11:11:09","slug":"what-does-phalloplasty-involve","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/imgender.com\/en\/what-does-phalloplasty-involve\/","title":{"rendered":"What is phalloplasty?"},"content":{"rendered":"

For some transgender people, gender affirmation surgery can play an important role in their transition. For transgender men, one of the most common surgical options is phalloplasty, a procedure designed to create male external genitalia. But what does phalloplasty involve?<\/span><\/p>\n

In this article, we will explore what\u00a0<\/span>phalloplasty<\/span><\/a>\u00a0involves and what you should consider if you are thinking of having this surgery.<\/span><\/p>\n

Phalloplasty, also known as the creation of a neophallus, is a surgical procedure that aims to create a new phallus on a transgender man’s body.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

There are different techniques and approaches used by surgeons, and the choice depends on the patient’s individual needs and preferences, as well as the patient’s medical history and background. The most common method is to use the person’s own tissue, such as a radial flap from the forearm or, in some cases, from the thigh.<\/span><\/p>\n

Preparation for phalloplasty<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Before surgery, you will have a series of consultations with your plastic surgeon and medical team. You will be given physical examinations and health tests and your expectations and goals will be assessed. You will also be informed about the risks and benefits of the procedure, and about the recovery process.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

It is important that you feel comfortable and sure before making the decision to proceed. It is therefore very important that you ask all the questions you need to resolve any doubts you might have and be clear about the whole procedure.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

How is phalloplasty performed?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

In phalloplasty surgery, the surgeon uses microsurgery to create a penis with an adequate size and width, and with sufficient sensitivity for satisfactory sexual relations.<\/span><\/p>\n

Before undergoing surgery, it is important that you take certain considerations into account.<\/span><\/p>\n

Things to consider before phalloplasty<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Phalloplasty surgery is an operation that can change your life. It is therefore important that you take into account certain considerations, for example:<\/span><\/p>\n

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