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Labiaplasty Risks

asked 4 years ago by anon
Latest answer by Raffy Karamanoukian, MD
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What are the labiaplasty risks and labiaplasty complications?

14 answers to Labiaplasty Risks

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Labiaplasty is safe

Because the practice of medicine, cosmetic or otherwise, is based on clinical evidence, the lack of data from prospective, randomized, controlled trials is a serious mark against labiaplasty in the eyes of many doctors. However, from my clinical experience and own (as of yet unpublished) outcome study, the results of the procedure outweigh the potential risks. In my study, conducted from 2006 to 2007, I surveyed 77 patients about their labiaplasty experience and found that about 95% of them... more
Usha Rajagopal, MD

San Francisco Plastic Surgeon

www.sfcosmeticsurgery.com

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Labiaplasty risks

Like any other surgery, there are risks in Labiaplasty: 1: infection 2: bleeding 3: Hematoma 4: separation of wound 5: painful scar 6: asymmetry 7: The need for further surgery
Samir Shureih, MD

Baltimore Plastic Surgeon
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Risks really relate to technique

Hello, The most common and well-studied labiaplasty is the reduction of the Labia minora (the vaginal "lips"). This operation has several base methods and the results vary with those methods. The simple cut off the excess "trim" is associated with far more pain and downtime than the wedge methods. My practice of labiaplasty has gravitated toward a modified wedge as this has provided the reductions with greatly decreased pain. The "trims" tend to experience more... more
John P. Di Saia, MD

Orange Plastic Surgeon
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Risks of labiaplasty

INTRODUCTION The operation of labiaplasty (labia minora reduction) is a surgical procedure to remove excess tissue from the labia minora or smaller lips. Very occasionally women seek an opinion regarding surgery of the outer lips. Very occasionally labiaplasty can be requested for enlargement (typically with lipoinjection or grafting) of small or uneven labia. Rarely labiaplasty can also involve release of tethered scars with rearrangement of local tissues. The surgery is elective in... more
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Labiaplasty Risks

Labiaplasty is an extremely safe and effective procedure when performed properly with experience and care. Healing in this region is very favorable due to its vascularity and scars are very well hidden. Any surgery poses a small risk of infection, bleeding and wound healing issues. Patients who smoke, have immune suppressive disorders, and who consume blood thinners are generally more at risk for these problems. Overall risks for labiaplasty are... more
Pedy Ganchi, MD

Ridgewood Plastic Surgeon

www.drpedyganchi.com

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Labiaplasty risks

As with any surgical procedures, there are several risks that one must be willing to undertake. Although small, there is a potential risk for bleeding or infection. It is important to avoid aspirin and other anti inflammatories for 10 days prior to surgery. Perioperative antibiotics and good hygiene will diminish one's risk for infection. Pain or discomfort is present, although not significant with a wedge technique. Wound separation is possible. Avoid intercourse for 6-8 weeks post... more
Sanjay Grover MD

Orange County Plastic Surgeon
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Risks of laser labiaplasty discussed by plastic surgeon

Depending on the techniques used for labiaplasty, the risk profile varies. I recommend a laser labiaplasty procedure which is performed under local anesthesia and provides outstanding results. Risks include bleeding, infection, slow tissue healing, and sensory loss; but these risks are not unique to labiaplasty alone and are recognized with most surgical procedures.
Raffy Karamanoukian, MD

Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon
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Labia surgery risks

The risks of labia minora surgery: infection, bleeding, wound healing problems, asymmetry, loss of sensation,chronic pain, dissatisfaction with results, and the potential need for further surgery. These risks can be reduced by selecting a well experienced plastic surgeon to perform the procedure.
Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon

www.poustiplasticsurgery.com

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Labiaplasty Complications and Risks

As with all surgical procedures there are, in fact, risks to this procedure. They fall into two general categories: those that are common to all surgical procedures, such as bleeding, infection and wound separation, and those that are unique or more common in this region, such as changes in sensitivity and responsiveness. Complications are, fortunately, rare and are usually managed with conservative treatment or, rarely, a second surgical procedure that is usually minor... more
Alan Engler, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon
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Labiaplasty risks

Labiaplasty is a relatively safe surgical procedure, but like all procedures, there is always a risk of something not going according to the plan.  As Labiaplasty is a relatively minor procedure, the risks are proportionally minimal. The most common problems can be bleeding (minor bleeding), infection, and sutures may break and allow the wound to open up.  All of these complications are easily handled and should not leave you with any long term problems. Sincerely... more
Martin Jugenburg, MD

Toronto Plastic Surgeon
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Labiaplasty risks and labiaplasty complications

All surgical procedures carry a risk, including labiaplasty. LABIAPLASTY COMPLICATIONS Malposition Contour irregularities Asymmetry Bleeding. Infection Change in skin sensation (not of the clitoral area) Pigment irregularities Scarring Edema Pain These risks are small but nevertheless present. Dr. Carlos Cordoba MDCM, CSPQ, FRCS, FACS Plastic & Esthetic Surgeon 4055 Ste-Catherine O. Suite... more
Carlos Cordoba, MD

Montreal Plastic Surgeon
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Labiaplasty risks are minimal

The primary risks following labiaplasty are bleeding and infection.  Bleeding can occur following any surgery, and it is more frequent in people who are taking aspirin or other products that act as blood thinners. Bleeding after labiaplasty is uncommon and is not dangerous, but may require a trip back to the operating room to remove the blood clot. Infection can also occur after any surgery, and is usually not serious.  In rare cases it may cause a portion of the surgical... more
Kevin F. Hagan, MD

Nashville Plastic Surgeon
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Labiaplasty risks and side effects

Labiaplasty is a surgical technique to reduce the amount of skin and mucosal tissue in the labia of a female patient. This is performed to rejuvenate the appearance of the labia and to improve the patient's comfort. Side effects can include difficulty with wound healing along the incision line, would break down, infection, and discomfort during the healing process.  
B. Pat Pazmino, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon
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Labiaplasty done well has few risks

The labia have a rich blood supply. As such, the usual risks of infection and poor healing are almost unheard of in the labia if the procedure is done well. Pain is a difficult entity to quantify as it vary greatly from patient to patient. However, compared to other procedures, labiaplasty is relatively low on the pain scale. Most are comfortable after a few days. Most of our out-of-town patients stay in New Jersey for about 7-10 days before returning home. By the time they leave, they... more
Parham Ganchi, MD

Wayne Plastic Surgeon

www.ganchi.com

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