Complications of circumcision: Report of four cases

Abstract

Circumcision is a common surgical procedure in the world. It seems to prevent phimosis, urinary tract infection, transsexual diseases, adhesion between foreskin and glans, and the possibility of penis and uterus cervical cancer. In addition to Jews and Muslims, who practice circumcision as a religious ritual, a remarkable percentage of Christians also take advantage of the prophylactic effect of the procedure. The complications of circumcision are not numerous but some may be serious. In this paper the significant complications of circumcision and the way to prevent them are discussed. 4 cases with necrosis of glans, strangulation of penis by string coil and complete cutting of urethra, concealed penis and severe meatal stenosis are reported. The last three cases have received successful treatment.