Who can undergo hymen repair?

Anyone who requests it may undergo hymen repair. The procedure can also be performed in women who have given birth.

The hymen is also known as the vaginal membrane, and these procedures are referred to as hymenoplasty.

The hymen is a membrane-like tissue located at the entrance of the vaginal canal, and its repair may be performed with temporary or permanent techniques.

In the first method, performed 2–3 days before marriage or an anticipated relationship, the area is narrowed with microsurgical sutures. The second method is the flap technique, in which tissue is taken from the vagina.

Microsurgical Method: Hymen repair is carried out by reuniting and suturing the disrupted hymenal tissue. Not every patient may be suitable for this technique. It is generally preferred in patients with a thicker hymenal structure.

Flap Technique: This method creates a bridge by attaching flap tissue taken from the inner vaginal wall to the opposite vaginal wall. The procedure may also be performed with laser assistance.

In addition, pieces obtained from flap tissue with laser may be used in a double-layer flap hymenoplasty technique to support the occurrence of bleeding during intercourse.

Is bleeding guaranteed after hymen repair?

Bleeding is expected after hymen repair surgery. With double-layer flap hymenoplasty, the surgical technique is designed to support the occurrence of bleeding during intercourse.

What happens after hymen repair?

• The procedure is performed under sterile conditions on a gynaecological examination table.
• After a procedure lasting approximately 30 minutes, the patient may usually return to daily life after about 1 hour.
• Underwear should be changed frequently after the operation.
• Heavy exercise and sudden leg movements should be avoided.