Intersex surgery (https://en.homosaurus.org/v3/homoit0002847)




Identifier
homoit0002847
Preferred Label
Intersex surgery
English
Description
Non-lifesaving cosmetic procedures intended to change and "normalize" natural variations in genital appearance and/or reproductive anatomy. Intersex surgery was first developed in the early 20th century, with doctors making unresearched claims about an "urgent need" for these operations.
English
Contributors
Developed during an extended collaboration with interACT: Advocates for Intersex Youth, 2022-2023.
English
Issued (Created)
2023-06-28 16:26:15 UTC
Modified
2025-02-23 07:12:56 UTC
Broader
Intersex genital mutilation [homoit0000670]
Related
Bottom surgery [homoit0000584]

Hierarchy Display

Intersex genital mutilation
Intersex surgery


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