Revista de Morfología y Anatomía

Exploring the Complex and Varied Anatomy of Gender

Abstract

Claudio Barbeito

The concept of gender is a multifaceted and intricate aspect of human identity, encompassing much more than the binary distinctions of male and female. Beyond the surface-level physical characteristics that often define gender, there exists a rich and diverse spectrum of anatomical attributes that shape our understanding of the human body. Gender identity transcends the traditional male-female binary. Individuals experience a wide range of gender identities, including but not limited to cisgender (identifying with the sex assigned at birth), transgender (identifying differently from the assigned sex), non-binary (not exclusively male or female) and genderqueer (an identity outside the gender binary). These identities often lead to unique anatomical characteristics and experiences.