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Vulvectomy | |
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![]() A 3 in 1 incision vulvectomy | |
ICD-9-CM | 71.5–71.6 |
Vulvectomy refers to a gynecological procedure in which the vulva is partly or completely removed. The procedure is usually performed as a last resort in certain cases of cancer,[1] vulvar dysplasia, vulvar intraepithelial neoplasia,[2] or as part of female genital mutilation. Although there may be severe pain in the groin area after the procedure, for a number of weeks, sexual function is generally still possible but limited.[3]