Circumcision Flashcards
1
Q
In which cultures is circumcision done?
A
Jewish
Islamic
2
Q
Is circumcision for cultural reasons on the NHS?
A
No
3
Q
What are some medical benefits of circumcision?
A
- reduces the risk of penile cancer
- reduces the risk of UTI
- reduces the risk of acquiring sexually transmitted infections including HIV
4
Q
What are some medical indications for circumcision?
A
- phimosis
- recurrent balanitis
- balanitis xerotica obliterans
- paraphimosis
5
Q
What do you need to exclude before circumcision?
A
Exclude hypospadias as the foreskin may be used in surgical repair.
6
Q
How can circumcision be carried out?
A
Under general or local anaesthetic
