Ashley Treatment
Ashley Treatment
The Ashley Treatment (pronounced: ASH-lee TREE-tment) is a controversial set of medical procedures that includes high-dose estrogen therapy, hysterectomy, and bilateral breast bud removal. It was first performed on a child named Ashley X in 2004.
Etymology
The term "Ashley Treatment" is derived from the name of the first patient who underwent this procedure, a girl named Ashley X. The term "treatment" refers to the medical procedures involved.
Procedure
The Ashley Treatment involves three main procedures:
- High-dose estrogen therapy: This is used to limit the patient's growth and physical development. The high levels of estrogen promote the early closure of the growth plates in the bones, thereby limiting the patient's final height.
- Hysterectomy: This is the surgical removal of the uterus. In the context of the Ashley Treatment, it is performed to prevent menstruation and the associated discomfort.
- Bilateral breast bud removal: This is the surgical removal of the breast buds in a prepubescent child to prevent the development of breasts.
Controversy
The Ashley Treatment has been the subject of significant controversy. Critics argue that it infringes on the patient's rights and bodily autonomy, while proponents maintain that it can improve the quality of life for patients with severe disabilities.
Related Terms
- Growth Attenuation Therapy: A broader term for treatments that limit physical growth. The Ashley Treatment is a specific form of growth attenuation therapy.
- Hysterectomy: The surgical removal of the uterus.
- Estrogen Therapy: The use of estrogen hormones in medical treatment.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ashley Treatment
- Wikipedia's article - Ashley Treatment
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