On Hymenoplasty

J Clin Ethics. 2015 Summer;26(2):161.

Abstract

Some traditional cultural practices assure expected wedding night bleeding, to help preserve the honor of all parties.

Publication types

  • Comment

MeSH terms

  • Arabs*
  • Coitus*
  • Female
  • Gynecologic Surgical Procedures / ethics*
  • Humans
  • Hymen / surgery*
  • Islam*
  • Personal Autonomy*
  • Physicians / ethics*
  • Plastic Surgery Procedures / ethics*
  • Referral and Consultation / ethics*
  • Sexism*
  • Sexual Abstinence*
  • Social Values*