Plastic Surgeons’ Group Advises Delaying Gender-Affirming Procedures Until Age 19

Andrew Jacobs / nytimes - The organization’s latest guidance is a departure from the prevailing views of several other major medical organizations.

AI Summary: Multiple reports confirm that the American Society of Plastic Surgeons is advising that elective gender‐affirming procedures for minors be delayed until patients reach age 19. The recommendation diverges from other medical group views and aims to enhance patient safety by waiting until later adolescence for irreversible surgical interventions.

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