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Semin Plast Surg 2011; 25(3): 189-195
DOI: 10.1055/s-0031-1281488
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Aesthetic Surgery of the Male Genitalia

Gary J. Alter1 , Christopher J. Salgado2 , Harvey Chim3
  • 1Division of Plastic Surgery at UCLA School of Medicine, Los Angeles, California
  • 2Miller School of Medicine, University of Miami, Miami, Florida
  • 3Department of Plastic Surgery, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio
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03 September 2011 (online)

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ABSTRACT

Appearance of the male genitalia is linked with self-esteem and sexual identity. Aesthetic surgery of the male genitalia serves to correct perceived deficiencies as well as physical deformities, which may cause psychological distress. Attention to patient motivation for surgery and to surgical technique is key to achieving optimal results. In this review, the authors describe aesthetic surgical techniques for treatment of penile and scrotal deficiencies. They also discuss techniques for revision in patients with previous surgery.

KEYWORDS

Penis enlargement - penis lengthening - penis reconstruction - male genital aesthetic surgery - hidden penis - buried penis - scrotum reduction - penoscrotal web

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