ArticleAesthetic surgery journal. Open forum2021
Satisfaction Survey of Women After Cosmetic Genital Procedures: A Cross-Sectional Study From Saudi Arabia.
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- The Effect of Vaginal Tightening Surgery on Sexual Function: A Systematic Review.International urogynecology journal · 2025Pooled it
- Scoping Review of Mental Health Outcomes of Cosmetic Procedures Among the Saudi Population.Saudi medical journal · 2026Article
- Female Genital Cosmetic Surgery in Saudi Arabia: A Systematic Review of Awareness, Attitudes, Satisfaction, and Clinical Outcomes.Aesthetic surgery journal. Open forum · 2026Review
- Influence of social media on cosmetic and gynecologic aesthetic decisions among women in Saudi Arabia.Frontiers in digital health · 2026Review
- Body Image, Sexual Function, and Sexual Satisfaction Among Couples Before and After Gynecologic Cosmetic Surgery.Journal of family & reproductive health · 2021Article
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Abstract
backgroundFemale cosmetic genital surgery (FCGS) aims for better aesthetic genital appearance and improved functional aspects to enhance women's self-esteem and satisfaction.
objectivesThis study aims to assess the satisfaction of women who have undergone FCGS and its impact on their sexual, psychological, and aesthetic aspects.
methodsAn observational cross-sectional study was conducted in private clinics in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, between March and June 2019, in women who underwent FCGS. Phone interviews were conducted in the Arabic language. The survey comprised 4 sections: demographics, motives for FCGS, quality-of-life questionnaires about genital appearance satisfaction, and sexual function.
resultsOut of the 196 women undergoing FCGS during the study period, 11.7% refused to participate, and 37.2% did not answer phone calls; 51% of the women participated in the study. The women's age ranged between 23 and 55 years; 64% underwent vaginoplasty, and 73% underwent other cosmetic procedures. Ninety-two percent of the women did not have any complications after these procedures.
conclusionsIn this group of women, FCGS was safe and effective, and the majority of participants reported overall satisfaction and improvement of sexual function, genital appearance, and self-esteem. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE 4:
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