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During metoidoplasty, a penis and scrotum are constructed from female genitalia.
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Conditions Treated with Metoidoplasty:
Metoidoplasty is performed in cases of female to male sex reassignment.
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There are no comparable non-surgical alternatives to metoidoplasty. As a surgical alternative, a penis may be constructed with skin flaps.
Anesthesia with Metoidoplasty:
Metoidoplasty is performed under general anesthesia, which means that the patient is asleep and completely unaware during the procedure.
Potential Complications from Metoidoplasty:
Possible risks following metoidoplasty include infection, bleeding, swelling, nerve damage, urinary incontinence and a negative reaction to the anesthesia. It is also possible for the male genitalia to look unnatural.
