
Vaginoplasty (also known as vaginal tightening ) a procedure that aims to "tighten up " a vagina that n#39;s become slack or loose from vaginal childbirth or aging. Reasons patients want a vaginoplasty After childbirth, women may complain of vaginal laxity, resulting from stretching of tissues and separating of muscles, and this lack of tone can contribute to sexual dysfunction.
A vaginoplasty brings the separated muscles together, and the extra mucosa skin from the back side of the vagina is removed. The external skin can also be removed for a more aesthetic appearance.
Addressing complications Risks from vaginoplasty include infection, bleeding, pain. Potential complications of vaginal tightening procedures include dyspareunia(painful intercourse), vaginal dryness..
Expected outcome This procedure typically results in a tighter vaginal canal, which can help enhance sexual satisfaction. Patients may have one to two weeks of down time. They may feel a deep ache for the first few days, and there is no tampon use or intercourse for eight weeks.
Approximate duration of procedure Usually between 1-2 hours.
Approximate duration of hospital stay A day or two.
Setup required for procedure Day care
Chances of success 80%
Alternate options: laser or hifu
Outcome depends on the location and size of the fistula and status of surrounding tissues. Although most of the fistula closes after the surgery, some may recur and requires further surgery.
It usually takes less time than the original hypospadias repair and completes in less than an hour.
The surgery is performed under general anaesthesia and as a day care procedure. Patient can go home the same day after recovery from anaesthesia.
The most common complication is recurrence of the defect. Others complications include infection, difficulty in urination and stricture formation