
Recovery, Long-term Care & Sexual/Reproductive Outcomes After Intersex Surgery
Long-term Care and Outcomes: Recovery & Sexual/Reproductive Health after Intersex Surgery Executive Summary: Defining Success with Long-term Care and Outcomes ✨ For individuals undergoing intersex-related surgeries, informed consent means fully grasping the entire journey—not just the operation itself. Success hinges on a clear understanding of the Long-term Care and Outcomes. You must establish detailed protocols for post-operative hormone replacement, understand potential needs for revision surgery (which is common in reconstructive work), and secure concrete plans for follow-up care spanning years, not just weeks. Before agreeing to a procedure abroad, ensure the surgeon transparently discusses the impact on functional and sexual health, prioritizing your Long-term Care and Outcomes. Who is This For? This guide serves as an essential resource for two groups: adult international patients with Differences in Sex Development (DSD) seeking surgical care, and the healthcare professionals and advocates who support them. It provides the framework for asking the right,














