The clitoral hood is so long that it completely covers the glans clitoridis and is covered with wrinkles. This prevents women from receiving adequate sexual stimulation during intercourse, which can lead to low libido or orgasm. Clitoral hood surgery is a cosmetic procedure that removes excess, thickened foreskin and wrinkles around the clitoris. It is usually not performed alone, but rather as part of labia minora reduction surgery. While improving the aesthetics, this procedure also exposes the glans clitoridis and increases sexual sensitivity, with results that can last for over 10 years.
Applicable people
Clitoral hood surgery is suitable for those whose clitoral hood is too long and affects their sexual life.
Taboo groups
1. Inflammation of the vulva and vagina must be cured before surgery.
2. Surgery is not recommended during menstruation, premenstrual period, pregnancy and lactation.
3. Those whose chronic diseases such as hypertension and diabetes have not been controlled.
4. If you have other infectious diseases, surgery is not recommended for the time being.
5. People with scar hyperplasia constitution.
6. Those with mental illness, psychological disorders or unrealistic demands.
7. People with blood diseases or abnormal coagulation function.
Technical/surgical risks
1. Bleeding and hematoma: This is usually caused by accidental injury to blood vessels or incomplete vascular ligation during surgery. Therefore, care should be taken during surgery to properly handle the dorsal clitoral artery and vein and ensure that the bleeding vessels are securely ligated.
2. Local edema: This is usually caused by rough manipulation during surgery and excessive tissue damage. After surgery, pay attention to wound pain and swelling, and use pressure or hot compresses to help reduce edema.
3. Wound infection: usually caused by poor physical condition, ineffective control of vulvar inflammation before surgery, lack of attention to aseptic technique, rough surgical operation, improper postoperative care, etc. After surgery, the patient should rest in bed, strengthen systemic anti-infection treatment, change dressings on time, and treat infection.
4. Incision dehiscence: Insufficient sutures or suture cutting, postoperative infection, and premature or strenuous activities can all cause incision dehiscence. Once this phenomenon occurs, you should go to the hospital for treatment in time.
5. Nerve damage: The clitoris has a rich supply of nerve endings and is very sensitive. If the operation is performed incorrectly, the nerves surrounding the clitoris may be damaged, thus affecting sexual life. Therefore, those seeking cosmetic surgery must choose a reputable plastic surgery institution for treatment.
Postoperative care
After the operation, attention should be paid to local care, drug management, diet conditioning and lifestyle behavior management.
1. Local care: Keep the surgical site clean and dry; do not rub the wound vigorously; after urinating, wash the area with 1/5000 potassium permanganate solution.
2. Drug management: Administer intravenous antibiotics as directed by the doctor after surgery.
3. Diet adjustment: No smoking, drinking, spicy or irritating food.
4. Behavioral management: Rest in bed as much as possible within one week after surgery; avoid riding within one month after surgery; and refrain from sexual intercourse within two months after surgery. If you experience any discomfort, return to the hospital for a follow-up consultation immediately.
Preoperative precautions
1. Good communication between doctors and patients should be carried out before the operation, so that the complete surgical process and risks can be understood and patients can be fully prepared mentally.
2. Complete preoperative examinations, such as blood routine, coagulation function, electrocardiogram, chest X-ray, etc., to rule out surgical contraindications.
3. Stop taking aspirin or other drugs that may reduce platelet coagulation function 2 weeks before surgery.
4. Do not smoke or drink alcohol one week before the operation, maintain a light diet, and avoid spicy and stimulating foods.
5. Sexual intercourse is prohibited 3 days before the operation, and the vulva should be washed with lotion every day to keep it clean.
6. Surgery is not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding for 6 months.
7. The best time to schedule surgery is 7-10 days after menstruation.
Surgical procedure
The surgical procedure of clitoral hood surgery mainly includes anesthesia, design, removal of excess foreskin and suturing.