Summary
Clitoris reconstruction is often used in transgender reassignment. Most techniques
now reconstruct the clitoris using glans pedicled on the dorsal phallic neurovascular
bundle. Other techniques of clitoris reconstruction re-shape retained elements of
the proximal segment of the corpora cavernosa, as well as techniques mobilising local
flaps. We are presenting a new technique for clitoris reconstruction using an innervated
free web space flap. The operative technique and outcome are illustrated and discussed
in this case report.
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Publication history
Published online: March 16, 2007
Accepted:
January 30,
2007
Received:
July 17,
2006
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© 2007 Published by Elsevier Inc.
