Use and Satisfaction of Erectile Aids in Transgender Men After Phalloplasty or Metoidioplasty A Survey of Sexual Function and Partner Experience

What this Trial Is About

This research aims to understand how transgender men use different methods for sexual intercourse after undergoing phalloplasty or metoidioplasty surgeries. It focuses on their satisfaction with various erectile aids and the satisfaction of their partners. These surgeries are gender-affirming procedures that create external genitalia, but achieving penetration often requires additional devices or aids. Since internal prostheses can have high complication rates, some patients use non-surgical aids, though their effectiveness and comfort are not well documented. Participants have undergone phalloplasty or metoidioplasty at least six months prior and are sexually active. This observational study collects data through a one-time questionnaire that covers the types of erectile aids used, satisfaction with these aids, and quality of sexual experiences. The study includes transgender or gender non-conforming individuals and their partners. The questionnaire explores recent sexual activity, sexual preferences, and satisfaction with sexual functioning and partner relationships. Participants will complete the questionnaire once, providing information on the aids they use and their sexual satisfaction. Researchers will analyze types of erectile aids, treatment satisfaction, epidemiology, and quality of sexual experience. This study helps provide valuable insights for healthcare providers and transgender men seeking alternatives to implanted erectile devices, improving advice and support after gender-affirming surgery.

Erectile Aid Use in Post-phalloplasty and Post-metoidioplasty Transgender Patients