Background Following pelvic radiotherapy (RT), a proportion of women experience
problems related to sexual function, which are multifactorial in origin. The physical …

Vaginal defects from oncologic resection present a complex array of reconstructive
challenges. Increased use of adjuvant radiation and chemotherapy demands uncomplicated …

OBJECTIVE: To describe our experience and results obtained in the management of
neovaginal fistulas after vaginoplasty as gender reassignment surgery in transgender …

Although multiple flaps have been used for vaginal reconstruction, a logical approach to
reconstruction of these often complex defects has not been described. The objective of this …

Abstract Background Rectovaginal fistulas (RVFs) are a rare surgical condition. Their
treatment is extremely difficult, and no standard surgical technique is accepted worldwide …

Purpose. The purpose of this study was to analyze our experience with the influence of
reconstructive techniques at the time of pelvic exenteration on morbidity. Materials and …

OBJECTIVE: Extensive defects of the perineal area, with exposure of the testes, are difficult
to reconstruct. For the reconstruction of these defects, we applied gracilis muscle flap …

Introduction Vulvar reconstruction using the “lotus petal” fascio-cutaneous flap offers a
relatively novel means to restore symmetry and functionality after extirpative gynecologic or …

Background The use of flaps in vulvar cancer-related reconstruction has been increasing,
but few studies have evaluated the outcome and quality of life of patients after this surgery …

OBJECTIVE: The objective of this review is to discuss the more common surgical scenarios
that often require pelvic/vaginal reconstruction with an emphasis on incorporating …