Vulvar and vaginal reconstruction after surgical treatment for gynecologic cancer.
The goal of reconstructive surgery is to restore anatomy and function. Sexual activity is an important criterion for reconstruction. Wound healing, postoperative rehabilitation, and a positive self-image also can be restored with the creation of a neovagina or neovulva.
Martello
J Y
JY
Department of Surgery, University of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center, Lexington, USA.
Vásconez
H C
HC
D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D016038:Skin Transplantation / Q000379:methods*; D013524:Surgical Flaps / Q000379:methods*; D014625:Vaginal Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery*; D014846:Vulvar Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery*