[Penile reconstruction after complete glans amputation during ritual circumcision]

Harefuah. 2000 Nov;139(9-10):352-4, 407.
[Article in Hebrew]

Abstract

Circumcision, so commonly performed, is considered a safe procedure rarely associated with significant complications. A case of complete amputation of the glans penis during neonatal circumcision is reported. The glans was successfully reimplanted, with good post-operative functional and esthetic results.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Amputation, Surgical
  • Circumcision, Male / adverse effects*
  • Humans
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Male
  • Penis / surgery*
  • Plastic Surgery Procedures / methods*