Phalloplasty is a complex, multi-stage surgery that can take up to 12 hours. It generally involves:
1. Tissue Harvesting: Donor tissue is harvested from the forearm, thigh, or another site. 2. Phallus Construction: The harvested tissue is shaped into a phallus. 3. Urethral Lengthening: A new urethra is constructed to allow standing urination. 4. Implant Insertion: In some cases, penile implants are inserted to enable erections.
The surgery is followed by a hospital stay and a prolonged recovery period.
