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What is the procedure involved in a hymenectomy?
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2 Types procedures: A hymenectomy is the removal of the hymen, a hymenotomy is the opening of a hymen.
Answered 9/6/2019
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Minimal surgery: Surgery is usually to open the hymen and allow menstrual flow and secretions to exit. This prevents obstruction, abdominal pain, and mass effect.
Answered 3/26/2013
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