Comprehensive Guide to Transgynecology for Medical Professionals

Edited by Mick van Trotsenburg, Rixt A. C. Luikenaar, and Maria Cristina Meriggiola, this authoritative book brings together over 70 leading experts in the care of transgender and gender expansive patients. Written for gynecologists and neighboring disciplines, this comprehensive resource aims to bridge the knowledge gap in the medical community regarding the complex needs of transgender and gender diverse individuals.

Despite growing awareness, many medical specialists still lack a deep understanding of the unique challenges and requirements of transgender and gender diverse patients. This book provides an inclusive and up-to-date perspective on transgynecology, highlighting the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration with specialties like urology, dermatology, sexuology, and physiotherapy.

The book takes a holistic approach, first contextualizing transgender/gender diverse medicine before delving into specific topics such as:

• Imaging and diagnostic techniques
• Benign disorders and their management
• Fertility maintenance and preservation
• Medico-legal considerations and ethical concerns
• Uterine transplantation and reproductive options

This unique resource is designed for gynecologists, obstetricians, general practitioners, counselors, and all healthcare professionals working with transgender, non-binary, or gender diverse patients. By providing in-depth insights and practical guidance, this book prepares readers for the subtleties and prerequisites of transgynecology, enabling them to deliver empathetic and informed care.

Book Details:

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication Date: February 28, 2023
• Language: English
• Format: Hardcover
• Pages: 320
• ISBN-10: 1108842313
• ISBN-13: 978-1108842310