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ArticleAesthetic plastic surgery2025

Double-L Incision-Excision Method for Labia Minora Reduction: A New Perspective on Custom Flask Labiaplasty.

Tingfeng Xiong, Jiang Zhang, Aawrish Khan, Haiyan Cui

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Tingfeng XiongDepartment of Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery, Tongji Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, People's Republic of China.
Jiang ZhangDepartment of urinary surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Jiujiang University, No. 57 Xunyang East Road, Jiujiang, 332000, Jiangxi, People's Republic of China.
Aawrish KhanDepartment of Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery, Tongji Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, People's Republic of China.
Haiyan CuiDepartment of Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery, Tongji Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, People's Republic of China. u2beauty1@sina.com.ORCID 0000-0002-0879-2415

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backgroundHypertrophy of the labia minora is a common condition in female vulvar deformities. This study introduces a modified wedge-shaped labiaplasty-the double-L incision-excision method-based on the principles of Custom Flask Labiaplasty. The method aims to enhance both the aesthetic and functional outcomes in labia minora reduction surgery.

objectivesTo evaluate clinical effect of double-L incision for labia minora reduction.

methodsFrom October 2019 to June 2024, we performed labia minora reduction surgery on 18 cases of labia minora hypertrophy using a double-L incision-excision method. The surgical method involves drawing two L-shaped incision marks on the inner side of each labia minora. The L-shaped lines start at the edge of the labia minora and end near the base of the labia minora. The amount of tissue removed is determined by adjusting the angles of the two lines forming the "L." After full-thickness excision of the labia minora tissue between the double-L design, the wound edges on both sides are sutured in position.

resultsFor the 18 patients who received surgery, the incisions healed well without complications. None of the patients had obvious scars at the incision areas. In each case, the morphology of the labia minora was significantly improved, the appearance was natural, the edge did not change in color, and the effect was satisfactory.

conclusionThe double-L incision-excision method for labia minora reduction surgery yields favorable postoperative results. It allows for more precise control over the size of the labia minora, with a smooth and natural appearance following surgery. This method is safe, effective, and ideal for labia minora plastic surgery. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE IV: This journal requires that authors assign a level of evidence to each article. For a full description of these Evidence-Based Medicine ratings, please refer to the Table of Contents or the online Instructions to Authors   www.springer.com/00266 .

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Plastic Surgery ProceduresVulvaAdultEstheticsFemaleHumansHypertrophyMiddle AgedRetrospective StudiesTreatment OutcomeWound HealingYoung AdultDesignDouble-L incisionHypertrophyLabia minora reductionVulva deformity

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