Feminization Surgery of the Upper Face as the Crucial Factor in Gender Confirmation—Pearls and Pitfalls

January 2024 in “ Medicina ”

Rafał Pokrowiecki, Barbora Šufliarsky, Maciej Jagielak

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Studysummary This study assessed outcomes and complications of upper-face feminization surgery among 20 transgender patients, highlighting that insufficient browbone reduction was a common issue in prior surgeries, and emphasizing meticulous planning to prevent revisions and dissatisfaction.

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research Narrative Review of Facial Gender Surgery: Approaches and Techniques for the Frontal Sinus and Upper Third of the Face

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