Cadogan Clinic is a leading specialist cosmetic surgery clinic based in the heart of London. We’re home to the leading specialists in breast augmentation, liposuction, and a comprehensive range of face, breast and body treatments.
View all Cosmetic SurgeryCadogan Clinic is a leading specialist cosmetic surgery clinic based in the heart of London. We’re home to the leading specialists in breast augmentation, liposuction, and a comprehensive range of face, breast and body treatments.
Cadogan Clinic offers a range of cosmetic surgery to help make the changes you want to your body under the guidance of the very best surgeons in the UK.
Cadogan Clinic offers a full range of cosmetic breast surgery to help make the changes you want to your breasts under the guidance of the best surgeons in the UK.
Cadogan Clinic offers a wide range of facial cosmetic surgery procedures to help you make the changes you want, under the guidance of the very best surgeons.
Fat transfer, also referred to as fat grafting and lipofilling, has become widely accepted as the optimal means of soft-tissue filling in all areas of the body, including the face, breasts, hands and buttocks
Cadogan Clinic provides both female and male cosmetic surgery. Almost all of our procedures are suitable for men as well as women.
The Cadogan Clinic Surgical Aftercare and Scar Management Programmes have been developed to optimise patient well-being, recovery and scar management.
Cadogan Clinic is a leading non surgical cosmetic clinic based in the heart of London. We’re home to some of the leading injectable, filler and laser specialists, and are experts in the anti-ageing and skin rejuvenation process.
View all Non-SurgicalCadogan Clinic is a leading non surgical cosmetic clinic based in the heart of London. We’re home to some of the leading injectable, filler and laser specialists, and are experts in the anti-ageing and skin rejuvenation process.
There are many factors which contribute to ageing skin and when deciding on a treatment solution, these are important to consider.
The Cadogan clinic offer a number of treatments focused on improving not only the look of your skin but also your body shape and contours.
At the Cadogan Clinic, we offer a comprehensive range of non-surgical cosmetic treatments, to refresh and rejuvenate your appearance.
Cadogan Clinic is a leading dermatology clinic based in the heart of London. We’re home to some of the leading acne, eczema and rosacea specialists, and are experts in the mole and skin cancer diagnosis and removal process.
View all DermatologyCadogan Clinic is a leading dermatology clinic based in the heart of London. We’re home to some of the leading acne, eczema and rosacea specialists, and are experts in the mole and skin cancer diagnosis and removal process.
Skin is incredibly important to your health and your appearance. The Cadogan Clinic has one of the largest and experienced teams of consultant dermatologists.
Melanin is the natural pigment that gives your skin its unique colour (skin pigmentation).
It is important to take care of your skin - after all, you have a lot of it.
We are all becoming increasingly aware of the risks posed by sun damage to the skin, as well as the need to protect our skin in day-to-day life.
Cadogan Clinic is a leading day case centre of excellence based in the heart of London. Alongside our international team of plastic surgeons and dermatologists, we’re home to some of the leading gynaecologists, ophthalmologists, podiatrists and urologists in the country.
View all DepartmentsCadogan Clinic is a leading day case centre of excellence based in the heart of London. Alongside our international team of plastic surgeons and dermatologists, we’re home to some of the leading gynaecologists, ophthalmologists, podiatrists and urologists in the country.
We are experts in a wide range of Andrology treatments, in both elective and medical conditions.
Frenuloplasty surgery is a simple surgical procedure to release an overly-tight foreskin.
Premature ejaculation is a common sexual problem in men where sexual climax occurs ‘too early’.
Gender dysphoria is a term used to describe how an individual feels a strong sense of disassociation between their gender identity and biological sex.
Cadogan Clinic provides a wide range of cosmetic gynaecological surgery procedures performed by a multi-disciplinary team of the best surgeons in the UK.
Myomectomy, sometimes referred to as fibroidectomy, is a surgery to remove fibroids from the uterus.
An ovarian cystectomy is a surgical procedure to remove large or persistent cysts from the ovaries.
We are experts in a wide range of hand problems, in both elective and traumatic conditions.
Cosmetic foot surgery can help by firstly eliminating the sources of chronic pain or deformity and secondly, reshaping the feet for aesthetic appeal, often resulting in smaller, slimmer feet with a reduced shoe size.
Vascular surgery is a surgical subspecialty in which diseases of the vascular system, or arteries, veins and lymphatic circulation, are managed by medical therapy, minimally-invasive catheter procedures, and surgical reconstruction.
For many people, losing weight can be achieved by eating healthily and taking regular exercise. However, sometimes weight loss surgery, also known as bariatric surgery, may be necessary.
We offer a range of Women’s Health and Wellness services, from fertility, family planning and pregnancy care to a comprehensive range of gynaecology health services
Vaginal atrophy is a condition that causes the vaginal walls to become inflamed, thinner and drier.
Vaginal and genital skin conditions affect the delicate skin around the vagina.
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A vulvectomy is surgery to remove some or part of the vulva, the outer portion of the female genitals. The surgery is commonly carried out to treat vulval cancer and skin cancer and to remove precancerous or unhealthy tissue, for example tissue that has been affected by severe skin disease such as lichen sclerosus. Vulvectomy is also used to treat severe sweat gland diseases. The amount of tissue to be removed during vulvectomy surgery depends on how far the cancer has progressed. If only a small portion of the vulva has been removed then the remaining tissue can be neatly stitched back together. However if a larger area of tissue has been removed then reconstructive surgery may be necessary using skin taken from another part of the body, such as the thigh or abdomen. Depending on the severity of the cancer, the surgeon may also remove some or all of the lymph nodes in the groin during the same procedure.
It can take several weeks for a woman to make a full recovery from vulvectomy surgery.
Words from our clients:
"I was extremely satisfied with the care and treatment I received at the Cadogan Clinic. My surgeon was friendly and informative and explained the procedure fully. My procedure went very well and with the excellent care of the nursing staff, I made a speedy and full recovery. Would recommend to anyone."Eva Berry
"At the beginning before the operation the nurse taking care of me made me feel so comfortable. The surgeon and anesthetist helped me feel so calm. Fantastic before and after treatment"Scarlett Elliott
"The girls on the reception at the clinic were very pleasant and professional. The nurse who took out my stitches after my surgery was just lovely and took me through step by step what she was doing and she also recommended a great cream to use to help with healing."Georgina Nolan
“I was treated with care and provided with thorough knowledge about the procedure I was undertaking. My surgeon was very methodical (a perfectionist) and I felt I received A class treatment."Courtney O'Sullivan
"Outstanding experience from the first appointment to being discharged. Very professional, friendly and a fantastic outcome."Gemma Stevenson
"Reception staff very welcoming and efficient. Both nurses who I dealt with were fantastic, and the whole team (anaesthetist, surgeon etc) were friendly but professional, and really put my mind at ease. That I was able to stay later than I perhaps needed after my surgery to fit in with my husbands schedule was greatly appreciated."Emma Davies
There are several reasons why a woman may require a vulvectomy:
Vulval cancer
Vulval cancer is a rare type of cancer that affects a woman’s external genitals. This includes the labia minora and labia majora (the lips surrounding the vagina), the clitoris and the Bartholin's glands, which are two small glands located on each side of the vagina.
Vulval cancer is more common in older women aged over 65. It is rare in women aged under 50 who have not yet gone through menopause.
Skin cancer
Melanomas can appear on the vulva like any other part of the body. Most are black or dark brown, but they can be white, pink, red, or other colours. Although melanomas can be found anywhere on the vulva, they are more common around the clitoris, labia minora and labia majora. If you have a mole on your vulva, it is important to check for any changes, such as changes in size, shape, symmetry or colour.
Precancerous cells
Precancerous changes that occur in the surface layer of cells of the vulva are known as vulvar intraepithelial neoplasia (VIN). These abnormal cells develop slowly, usually over the course of several years. Sometimes these cells may turn cancerous, but they don’t in most cases.
Lichen sclerosus
Lichen sclerosus is a skin condition which causes white patches to develop on the genitals and other parts of the body. It can affect adults and children but it is much more common in women aged over 50.
The condition is characterised by itchy, white patches, which may be smooth or crinkled. These are easily damaged and often hurt or bleed if scratched, rubbed or irritated. The patches can appear anywhere on the body but in women they are more often found on the vulva or anus. Although the condition can be managed, skin affected by lichen sclerosus may become scarred and tight over a period of time. This may cause the vulva to shrink, affecting the clitoris and labia minora. This can cause discomfort during sex and when going to the toilet. If this is severe, then a vulvectomy may be needed.
There are several different types of vulvectomy surgery. How much of the vulva is removed is dependent on the severity of the cancer or health condition and how far it has spread.
Some of these procedures involve the removal of large amounts of skin from the vulva. If this is the case, then reconstructive surgery may be required. This involves taking a piece of skin and underlying fatty tissue from one part of the body and using it to reconstruct the vulva. Another option is to have a skin flap, where the surgeon turns an area of skin near the vulva into a flap to cover the wound. However sometimes just stitches are enough if only a smaller amount of tissue has been removed.
Your vulvectomy surgery will take place under a general anaesthetic as a day case at our Chelsea clinic.
Once you have been given the anaesthetic to put you to sleep, a catheter will be inserted into your bladder to drain urine.
The surgeon will then proceed to remove part or all of your labia minora, labia majora, clitoris, tissue or lymph nodes, depending on the extent of the surgery. Vulvectomy surgery takes around two to three hours, once again depending on how much is being removed. This may take longer if reconstructive surgery is taking place at the same time.
After vulvectomy surgery, the surgeon will close the wound with dissolvable stitches.
After the procedure is complete, you will need to rest and wait for the effects of the anaesthetic to wear off. You are likely to need pain relief.
Once you are able to eat and drink, and our specialist nursing team are happy that your initial recovery is complete, you will be allowed to leave the clinic with a friend or family member.
The recovery time from vulvectomy surgery depends on the extent of the surgery. It usually takes around six to eight weeks to recover.
Following your vulvectomy surgery, you may feel weak and tired for a few days or weeks and may find you need to rest more than usual. You may also experience a brownish discharge - this is normal. You should avoid tight clothing and avoid doing too much walking until the affected skin has healed.
Penetrative sexual intercourse, tampons and swimming should all be avoided for six to eight weeks. You should not drive for at least six weeks, or until you can comfortably perform an emergency stop.
Although vulvectomy stitches are dissolvable they can become tight. If this is the case, they can be removed earlier, depending on how well the wound is healing.
It is crucially important that you keep the wound area clean and dry to help with healing. This will also help to prevent infections.
You should shower the wound area with lukewarm water and dry with a non-shedding cloth or cool hair dryer at least three times a day or after going to the toilet.
It is important to follow all the aftercare advice issued by your surgeon following your vulvectomy. Failure to do so may delay healing and impact upon the final result.
The risks and complications of a vulvectomy include wound infection, urinary tract infection (UTI) excessive bleeding, scarring, blood blisters, swelling in the legs or groin, blood clots, changes to sexual function, altered sexual pleasure, changes in body image and incontinence. There may be the need for further surgery.
We have invited a selection of the country's very best consultants to join us at the Cadogan Clinic so that you can be sure that whatever the nature of your treatment, you will be seeing one of the top practitioners in the country.
The Patient Journey. A breakdown of what you can expect on your journey with us
We are deeply invested in ensuring that every step of your surgical journey with us is as informative and reassuring to you as it can be. This article outlines what you can expect at each stage of the journey
The Patient JourneyIs a vulvectomy painful?
Vulvectomy surgery itself is not painful as it is carried out under a general anaesthetic. This means you will be asleep for the duration of the surgery. You will be prescribed painkillers to alleviate any pain and discomfort during the recovery period.
As part of your treatment with the Cadogan Clinic, you will have access to 24/7 on-call nurse assistance for the duration of your recovery.
How long does it take for stitches to dissolve after vulvectomy?
It can take up to six to eight weeks for the stitches to dissolve after vulvectomy. It is important to wear loose fitting clothing to avoid irritating the area and to keep the stitches clean and dry in the aftermath of surgery.
Can I get a Vulvectomy on the NHS?
Yes, it is possible to get a vulvectomy on the NHS. However the NHS has been, and continues to be, hit hard by the Covid-19 pandemic. High levels of staff sickness have had an impact on waiting times across the board. These waiting times vary from hospital to hospital. And any new waves of Covid-19 infections may result in this wait getting even longer. Because of this, many people choose to go to a private clinic for their vulvectomy. At the Cadogan Clinic, there is no waiting list, so you can have the procedure promptly.
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All of our treatments take place at our beautiful boutique premises in Chelsea. We have six consulting rooms and five operating rooms, as well as a dedicated pre and post-operative suite, and a full team of specialist nursing staff.
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