Brief History of Transgender Surgery

Transgenderism has likely existed since time immemorial as there is a reference in Deuteronomy (22:5) to the abomination of cross-dressing. In order for surgical treatment to evolve, transgenderism required definition (descriptive language), an understanding of the condition by patients and physicians, social and medical acceptance of treatment and surgical technology to afford reconstruction.
Source: Journal of Pediatric Urology - Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Source Type: research