American Society of Plastic Surgeons Challenges Consensus on Youth Gender Surgeries

The organization highlights significant uncertainties in the long-term efficacy of surgical interventions for minors with gender dysphoria.

ASPS has not endorsed any practice recommendations for treating adolescents with gender dysphoria.
The group cites low-quality evidence regarding the long-term benefits of chest and genital surgeries.
ASPS represents over 90% of board-certified plastic surgeons in the U.S. and Canada.
European countries are increasingly skeptical of youth gender surgeries, limiting or banning them.
ASPS's stance raises questions about the legal and ethical responsibilities of surgeons performing these procedures.