Labiaplasty Is the World's Fastest Growing Cosmetic Surgery Procedure, International Study Reports
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An International Study Conducted by the International Society of Aesthetic
Plastic Surgery Reveals Significant Growth in Labiaplasty as More Women Choose
to Change the Appearance of Their Genital Area
NEW YORK, July 11, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The results of an international
study recently released by the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic
Surgery (ISAPS), that surveyed cosmetic procedures in 106 countries, shows
significant growth in a surprising area of cosmetic surgery: labiaplasty.
Labiaplasty is a procedure that reduces the length of the labia minora, when a
woman experiences discomfort from chaffing or twisting when exercising or feels
self-conscious about the length of her "labia lips." In 2016, the number of
labiaplasty procedures performed increased by 45%, with the top ten countries
performing labiaplasty procedures as follows:
1. USA 13,266
2. Brazil 23,155
3. Russia 8,774
4. Spain 6,894
5. Germany 6,877
6. Turkey 5,448
7. Colombia 4,087
8. France 3,905
9. Mexico 3,758
10. India 3,540
"There is a big misconception in the media and among some members of the public
that labiaplasty is not a cosmetic surgery procedure, but is some kind of female
genital mutilation," says Dr. Lina Triana, a Colombia-based plastic surgeon, and
Board Member of ISAPS. "Unfortunately, this is a common misunderstanding, but
nothing could be further from the truth. Labiaplasty is a cosmetic procedure, no
different than having a breast reduction or breast augmentation, that is
intended to improve the quality of life for a patient. We see many women who are
in a great deal of pain - pinching and chaffing, or sores caused by excess labia
skin," adds Dr. Triana. "Most female patients request Labiaplasty to help
minimize pain, while others request it to improve the aesthetic appearance of
their genital area. This procedure empowers women, and helps them achieve a
better quality of life through increased comfort and sexual confidence. Female
genital mutilation, on the other hand, is the exact opposite, repressing a
woman's sexual function, as well as her confidence and her quality of life."
Dr. Renato Saltz, President of ISAPS, agrees. "As plastic surgeons, we are
committed to enhancing a patient's quality of life. The significant growth of
labiaplasty and vaginal rejuvenation in general [which increased by an
additional 11% in 2016] shows us that more women are deciding to take action
instead of living with their discomfort. We are expecting this growth to
continue as more patients become aware of the procedure as an option for them."
Survey Methodology
The data on aesthetic/cosmetic surgical and non-surgical procedures performed in
2016 was tabulated with a questionnaire sent to approximately 35,000 plastic
surgeons in the ISAPS proprietary database. ISAPS is the only organization that
collects this type of cosmetic data annually on a global scale. The results were
compiled, tabulated and analyzed by Industry Insights, an independent research
firm based in Columbus, Ohio. For a copy of full results, please
visit www.ISAPS.org.
About ISAPS
The International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery is the premier global
organization for board certified plastic surgeons. Regarded as the leading
global authority on aesthetics and cosmetic surgery, ISAPS has over 3,200
members in 104 countries. Through its rigorous membership requirements, ISAPS
plastic surgeons are considered to be among the most qualified in their
respective countries, making it easy for patients who are considering cosmetic
surgery to start their journey by meeting with an ISAPS plastic surgeon. A full
list of ISAPS plastic surgeons can be found at www.ISAPS.org.
Media Contact
Julie Guest, ISAPS Chief Marketing Officer
marketing(at)ISAPS.org
1-844-867-3621
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Datum: 11.07.2017 - 10:00 Uhr
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