Results of Sex Reassignment Surgery in Trans Female Patients at the Hospital de Clinicas, 2017-2022
Abstract: Background: The term "transgender" describes individuals whose gender identity does not align with the sex assigned at birth, which sometimes causes gender dysphoria. In Uruguay, the Comprehensive Law for Trans People (Law No.19, 684) guarantees rights such as legal name and sex updates, and access to medical treatments, including sex reassignment surgery, which has been shown to improve well-being, physical appearance, and sexual function. Objectives: To describe the outcomes of sex reassignment surgery in transgender female patients who underwent surgery at Hospital de Cl?nicas, Montevideo, from 2017 to 2022. Methods: An observational descriptive study was conducted with 9 transgender female patients over 18 years of age who underwent surgery. Data were collected preoperatively, intraoperatively, and postoperatively through medical records and telephone surveys. Data analysis was performed using EXCEL version 2019 following the SAGER international guidelines. Results: The average age of the patients was 25.67 years.78% had no chronic diseases. Minor complications were reported in 44.4% of cases, mainly infections.88.9% expressed satisfaction with the care received, noting improvements in subjective well-being, aesthetics, and sexual function. Conclusions: Sex reassignment surgery is an essential resource for gender affirmation in transgender female individuals, improving their quality of life and emotional well-being. It is crucial to ensure inclusive policies that guarantee adequate access to this surgery and enhance comprehensive care for transgender female individuals.
Keywords: Gender reassignment surgery, Trans female, Gender dysphoria, Surgical outcomes, Uruguay
How to Cite?: Maria E. Choca, Valeria Ochoa, Levin Martinez, "Results of Sex Reassignment Surgery in Trans Female Patients at the Hospital de Clinicas, 2017-2022", Volume 15 Issue 2, February 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 343-346, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26203204625, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26203204625