Episioplasty
Abstract
Resection of the perivulvar skin folds is known as vulvoplasty or episioplasty. Indications for episioplasty include perivulvar dermatitis, vaginitis, cystitis, or incontinence. The resection includes skin lateral and dorsal to the vulva, resulting in a crescent shaped excision. Enough skin is removed so that the vulva is positioned caudal to the thighs and fully exposed. Closure is performed in one or two layers. Interrupted sutures are often used to align the edges, since the inner edge of the crescent is shorter than the outer edge and therefore must be placed under more tension to produce a closure free of dog ears.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Veterinary Medicine and Surgery
Genital Health and Disease
Pelvic floor disorders treatments
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Wiley eBooks
- Pages
- 294–299
- Publication date
- 27 February 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter