Care of the Child with the Desire To Change Genders - Part II: Female-to-Male Transition

In Part I of this 3-part article, the psychological and medical care of the child wishing to change gender was described. This second part presents surgical treatments and surgical nursing care for gender reassignment procedures for a genetic female wishing to reassign as a male. Part III will define the surgical needs of the genetic male who is reassigned as a female. Hot Topic! What do you think? Send your comments about this topic to pnjrnl@ajj.com. This article discusses a sensitive issue that is complex and provocative, and will undoubtedly stimulate a variety of opinions. The opinions and assertions contained herein are the private views of the contributors and do not necessarily reflect the views ofPediatric Nursing Journalor the publisher.