Gender-affirming lower surgery for transmasculine individuals encompasses various procedures designed to align physical anatomy with gender identity. These procedures can involve phalloplasty (construction of a penis), metoidioplasty (creation of a phallus from the clitoris), or scrotoplasty (creation of a scrotum). Each procedure offers different outcomes related to urinary function, sexual sensation, and aesthetic appearance.
Achieving bodily congruence plays a vital role in improving mental well-being and quality of life for many transmasculine individuals. Surgical outcomes can significantly reduce gender dysphoria and increase self-esteem, body image, and overall life satisfaction. The development and refinement of these surgical techniques represent substantial progress in trans healthcare, offering individuals greater agency over their bodies and identities.
