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The US Sex Reassignment Surgery Market size is estimated to grow by USD 125.78 million at a Compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.84% between 2022 and 2027.
It is estimated that the number of procedures conducted in the US each year is between 100 and 500. As per the 2020 Plastic Surgery Statistics provided by the ASPS, trans females had 6,368 gender confirmation surgeries performed in the US compared with 5,616 in 2019. Additionally, it was mentioned that 1,231 genital surgeries, 4,035 breast or chest surgeries, and 1,102 facial surgeries were carried out in 2020. Hence, such factors are expected to increase the number of surgeries across the US which, in turn, is expected to drive the market growth.
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Mount Sinai Hospital conducted a cohort study on the transmasculine population to analyze temporal trends and diagnose codes related to gender dysphoria. The study, based on both inpatient and outpatient procedures, utilized Tenth Revision (ICD-10) and Common Procedural Terminology codes to assess hospital characteristics and clinical variables. Findings revealed a significant reduction in gender dysphoria post-surgical interventions like chest surgery and genital reconstruction. The research emphasizes equitable gender-affirming care in ambulatory settings and the importance of comprehensive transgender healthcare services. Societal stigma remains a public health challenge, countered by progressive legislation and technological innovations in gender transition procedures.
The SRS market is witnessing significant growth, driven by increasing awareness and acceptance of gender dysphoria and transgender individuals. Surgeons specializing in gender affirmation surgeries perform procedures like Breast and chest surgery and Genital reconstructive procedures to help transgender individuals align their physical characteristics with their self-identified gender. This market caters to a diverse population, including transgender females and transgender males, providing comprehensive pre-operative and post-operative care alongside mental health support. As gender dysphoria transition becomes more openly discussed, demand for Gender-affirming surgery (GAS), Hormone therapy, and Facial feminization surgery continues to rise, reflecting a growing need for inclusive transgender healthcare services.
The market share growth by the male-to-female segment will be significant during the forecast period. The male-to-female surgery refers to the reshaping of the male genitals into a form that has the appearance of, and to some extent, the function of female genitalia. In order to appear more feminine, patients are subjected to female hormone therapy before surgery.
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The male-to-female segment was valued at USD 89.08 million in 2017 and continued to grow until 2021. Some of the associated surgeries that patients may opt to undergo other than basic surgery include vaginoplasty, facial hair removal, breast augmentation, facial feminization surgery, and various other procedures. One of the main processes involved in male-to-female surgery is orchiectomy which is the removal of testicles. Hence, sex change surgery is a risky process as it is irreversible. Therefore, anyone who wishes to undergo a sex change operation from male to female should carefully consider the decision. Hence, such factors are expected to drive the growth of this segment which, in turn, will drive the market growth in the US during the forecast period.
One of the major end-user of the market in the US is the hospitals owing to the rising demand for procedures. Additionally, as transgender rights have become more accepted and recognized in hospitals over the years, hospitals have increased their care to this group. Some of the prominent medical facilities that offer comprehensive care for gender affirmation include the Cleveland Clinic's Transgender Surgery and Medicine Programme and the Mount Sinai Centre for Transgender Medicine and Surgery in New York. These prominent players provide different kinds of surgery options such as breast augmentation, facial feminization, and genital reconstruction. Hence, such factors are expected to drive the growth of this segment which in turn will drive the market growth in the US during the forecast period.
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Vendors are implementing various strategies, such as strategic alliances, partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, geographical expansion, and product/service launches, to enhance their presence in the market. The market trends and analysis report also includes detailed analyses of the competitive landscape of the market and information about 20 market vendors, including:
Moein Surgical Arts: The company offers surgery such as male-to-female gender reassignment surgery.
Qualitative and quantitative analysis of vendors has been conducted to help clients understand the wider business environment as well as the strengths and weaknesses of key market players. Data is qualitatively analyzed to categorize vendors as pure play, category-focused, industry-focused, and diversified; it is quantitatively analyzed to categorize vendors as dominant, leading, strong, tentative, and weak.
There are multiple factors influencing market growth. Our researchers analyzed the data with 2022 as the base year, along with the key drivers, trends, and challenges.
The increase in the number of people opting for sex change surgeries in the US is a major factor driving the market growth. As per certain, reports it is estimated that the number of procedures conducted in the US each year is between 100 and 500. As per the 2020 Plastic Surgery Statistics provided by the ASPS, trans females had 6,368 gender confirmation surgeries performed in the US compared with 5,616 in 2019.
Additionally, it was mentioned that 1,231 genital surgeries, 4,035 breast or chest surgeries, and 1,102 facial surgeries were carried out in 2020. Hence, such factors are expected to increase the number of surgeries across the US which in turn is expected to drive the market growth during the forecast period.
The rising awareness among the transgender population about surgeries is a major trend in the market. There has been a significant rise in the demand for surgeries. Some of the key factors include increased visibility, improved societal understanding, and acceptance of the transgender population due to the advent of social media.
As a result, transgender has the freedom to opt for sex reassignment through fertility consultation to explore their options, which may involve fertility preservation, such as sperm or oocyte cryopreservation. In addition, counseling services are also offered in the market for patients to explore their gender identity, address the negative impact of gender dysphoria in their lives, and promote resilience. Hence, the growing awareness among the transgender population about surgeries is expected to drive market growth and trends during the forecast period.
Side effects of surgeries are a major challenge restraining the market growth. Some of the key options for surgeries include facial, top, or bottom procedures. For instance, in male-to-female bottom surgery, the newly created vagina might not have the necessary depth thus there is a chance of frequent adverse effects including the closure of the vaginal opening, the body rejecting the skin grafts, and difficulty in urinating.
Some of the key complications can include bleeding, infection, and anesthetic side effects hence, these kinds of operations can result in major consequences impairing the quality of the patient's life. Thus such factors are expected to hinder the growth of the market during the forecast period.
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Customer Landscape
In June 2020, the US saw a significant rise in gender affirmation surgeries, including Sex Reassignment Surgery (SRS), serving transgender males and females of various age groups. With increasing awareness of transgender issues among the young population, surgical centers like the Mount Sinai Center for Transgender Medicine and Surgery witness growing demand, particularly among transfeminine individuals aged 25 to 34 and 15 to 24. Despite challenges in insurance coverage, government reimbursement policies like those under the Affordable Care Act support transgender beneficiaries, facilitating procedures such as hysterectomy and augmentation mammoplasty. The mastectomy segment, addressing assigned sex at birth, witnesses substantial growth, driven by advancements in techniques, Medicare coverage, and increasing acceptance among Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, & Transgender (LGBT) individuals.
The market growth analysis report forecasts market growth by revenue and provides an analysis of the latest trends and growth opportunities from 2017 to 2027.
Sex Reassignment Surgery Market Scope in US |
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Report Coverage |
Details |
Page number |
109 |
Base year |
2022 |
Historic period |
2017-2021 |
Forecast period |
2023-2027 |
Growth momentum & CAGR |
Accelerate at a CAGR of 10.84% |
Market growth 2023-2027 |
USD 125.78 million |
Market structure |
Fragmented |
YoY growth 2022-2023(%) |
8.63 |
Competitive landscape |
Leading Vendors, Market Positioning of Vendors, Competitive Strategies, and Industry Risks |
Key companies profiled |
Boston Children Hospital, Boston Medical Center, Cedars Sinai Health System, CNY Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery, Cornell University, Denver Health, Harvard University, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Mass General Brigham Inc., Moein Surgical Arts, NorthWestern University, Oregon Health, and Science University, Plastic Surgery Group of Rochester, Regents of the University of Michigan, Stanford University, The Cleveland Clinic Foundation, The Johns Hopkins Health System Corp., The Regents of the University of California, The University of Utah, and Transgender Surgery Institute |
Market dynamics |
Parent market analysis, Market growth inducers and obstacles, Fast-growing and slow-growing segment analysis, COVID-19 impact and recovery analysis and future consumer dynamics, and Market condition analysis for the forecast period. |
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1 Executive Summary
2 Market Landscape
3 Market Sizing
4 Historic Market Size
5 Five Forces Analysis
6 Market Segmentation by Type
7 Market Segmentation by End-user
8 Customer Landscape
9 Drivers, Challenges, and Trends
10 Vendor Landscape
11 Vendor Analysis
12 Appendix
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