Hymenoplasty (Hymenorrhaphy)

The hymen normally gets disrupted after a woman has had sexual intercourse or even after strenuous physical activity or tampon use. Sometimes, for cultural or other personal reasons a woman would like to restore a more intact, tighter hymen.         

The surgery

Hymenorrhaphy is a surgical procedure designed to repair and reconstruct the thin, ring-like skin membrane partially covering the opening of the vagina, known as the hymen. It is made of elastic and fibrous tissue. Bleeding occurs when the hymen tears, which is typically the result of a woman's first experience with intercourse, so this type of surgery will pull the tissue back together to restore a "virgin-like" quality. On rare instances, a female can unknowingly tear her hymen by inserting a tampon, or during sports like bicycling, horseback riding, or even gymnastics. While the biological function of the hymen is still uncertain, its social function is popularly regarded as a mythical symbol in many cultures. Therefore, qualified plastic surgeons perform hymenorrhaphy at the request of women who need the surgery for ethnic, cultural, or religious reasons. Patients with the desire for higher sexual satisfaction may also be candidates for this procedure, because the vaginal walls are tightened.

Hymenorrhaphy generally takes about one to two hours, with patients able to return to work the next day. Restoration of the hymen is done under local anesthesia. Prior to surgery, patients are required to have a pre-surgical consultation and thorough gynecological examination. During this time, she should communicate her needs and expectations to the doctor, and in turn, will learn of the possible risks and benefits to hymenorrhaphy.

Complications and risks

Every surgery carries the possibilities of complications. The risks from labaplasty are similar to those from other operations: allergic reactions to anaesthesia, bleeding, infection, scarring, swelling, and bruising. Risks associated with labiaplasty include changes in sensation, changes in pigmentation, or asymmetry.

You can avoid most complications by choosing the right surgeon and following pre- and postoperative instructions.

PRE-OP REQUIREMENTS:

Chest X-ray

ECG

Laboratory test 

Please provide the results of Pre-OP requirements before surgery, if cannot be done in your country we can give you the opportunity to do at the Clinic but requires an additional day to the time of stay.

TIME OF STAY:

7 days