Surgical and postoperative complications of circumcision performed by unqualified individuals: the need for regulatory oversight
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Aims: Circumcision is a common surgical procedure performed for many reasons. When conducted by non-medical personnel, the risk of complications increases significantly. This study retrospectively examines pediatric cases requiring emergency care due to complications from non-medical circumcisions Methods: Over three months, data from ten pediatric patients who underwent circumcision by non-medical individuals and later required emergency department visits were analyzed. Age, admission time, symptoms, and clinical findings were recorded. Results: Patients, aged 3 months to 13 years, presented within 40 minutes to three weeks post-circumcision. Common complications included bleeding, hematoma, improper incision, and wound dehiscence. Two patients required additional surgery. Despite legal restrictions, such procedures persist in multiple regions. Conclusion: Non-medical circumcision increases complication risks, leading to physical and psychological distress. Strict regulation enforcement and public awareness are essential to ensuring safe, medically supervised procedures.
Source: Surgery on Children
DOI: 10.51271/soc-0042
Language: English
Topic: Genital Health and Disease
Subfield: Surgery
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4412371536