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01-02-2013 | Technical Note

Graciloplasty for recurrent recto-neovaginal fistula in a male-to-female transsexual

Authors: D. F. Altomare, I. Scalera, C. Bettocchi, M. Di Lena

Published in: Techniques in Coloproctology | Issue 1/2013

Abstract

Rectovaginal fistula is usually a challenging condition for surgeons, but a fistula between the rectum and the neovagina in male-to-female transsexual is even more difficult to treat as it is a rare complication occurring in a patient with modified anatomy of the perineum, with heavy psychological implications for the patient. Here, we report a case of recurrent recto-neovaginal fistula in a male-to-female transsexual successfully treated by perineal graciloplasty.

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Title: Graciloplasty for recurrent recto-neovaginal fistula in a male-to-female transsexual
Authors: D. F. Altomare
I. Scalera
C. Bettocchi
M. Di Lena
Publication date: 01-02-2013
Publisher: Springer Milan
Published in: Techniques in Coloproctology / Issue 1/2013
Print ISSN: 1123-6337
Electronic ISSN: 1128-045X
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10151-012-0867-9

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Graciloplasty for recurrent recto-neovaginal fistula in a male-to-female transsexual

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