Last Wednesday, Minister De Jonge informed Parliament of an agreement with the Dutch gynecologists' association to halt hymen repair procedures. Yet, these surgeries persist in exceptional cases.
The government considers hymen repairs harmful practices misaligned with Dutch societal values. Continued performance could prompt a full ban.
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The chair of the Dutch Society of Obstetrics and Gynaecology (NVOG) aligns with the minister against routine procedures, emphasizing counseling for women and exploring alternatives.
Per NVOG's Van Lith, hospital cases number only a few annually, with most occurring at commercial private clinics.
Sources: NOS.nl and Lindanieuws.nl
