Wouter B. van der Sluis

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Wouter B. van der Sluis is a leading researcher in gender-affirming surgery, with a primary focus on optimizing surgical techniques for transgender women. His work centers on improving outcomes in vaginoplasty, particularly through evidence-based evaluations of neovaginal reconstruction methods. Van der Sluis’s most cited paper, "Vaginal Canal Reconstruction in Penile Inversion Vaginoplasty with Flaps, Peritoneum, or Skin Grafts: Where Is the Evidence?" (2021, 38 citations), critically assesses the limited comparative data on various lining techniques—including skin grafts, scrotal flaps, and peritoneum—to enhance neovaginal dimensions and reduce complications. This work highlights his commitment to bridging gaps in surgical evidence, directly impacting clinical practice and patient quality of life. Beyond this, van der Sluis has contributed to systematic reviews and outcome studies that advance safety and efficacy in transgender healthcare. His research is highly influential among surgeons and trainees, offering practical insights for complex reconstructive procedures. By prioritizing rigorous methodology and patient-centered outcomes, van der Sluis has established himself as a key voice in the evolving field of gender-affirming surgery.