FACE-Q Satisfaction Ratings Are Higher After Facial Feminization Surgery Than Hormone Replacement Therapy Alone.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Facial feminization surgery (FFS) is associated with improved psychological outcomes in transgender patients. We aimed to evaluate the impact of FFS on patient satisfaction with facial appearance using validated, patient-reported outcome tools.

Methods

Patients were recruited to complete a FACE-Q survey at least 6 months after their FFS. FACE-Q modules used included "Satisfaction with Facial Appearance Overall," "Facial Attributes" (forehead/eyebrows, nose, cheeks, cheekbone, chin, jawline, and neck), "Decision," "Outcomes," "Psychological Function," and "Social Function." "Satisfaction with Facial Appearance Overall" was compared to FACE-Q outcomes in transgender patients on hormone replacement therapy (HRT), alone.

Results

Twenty-three patients completed the

SUBMITTER: Almeida MN 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11496891 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature