Circumcision has long been recognized for its medical and hygienic benefits, with extensive documentation supporting its advantages. However, some medical literature continues to debate its necessity, particularly in children. Among the widely used devices for non-therapeutic circumcision in infants and children, Plastibell and Circumplast have remained the most popular. While Circumplast is often considered a potential improvement over Plastibell, conclusive evidence establishing its superiority is still lacking in medical research.
Ongoing studies and clinical evaluations are crucial to determining the long-term safety and effectiveness of these devices. Factors such as complication rates, ease of use, and post-procedure healing must be thoroughly analyzed to provide healthcare professionals with clear guidance. Additionally, patient care protocols and parental awareness play a vital role in minimizing risks and ensuring optimal outcomes for infant circumcision procedures.
Wachtel MS, Yang S, Morris BJ reported in Asian Journal Andrology. August 2015 from School of Medical Sciences, University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Countries with high circumcision prevalence have lower prostate cancer mortality.
The present study determined the relationship between male circumcision (MC) prevalence and the prostatic carcinoma mortality rate in 85 countries globally, for which data on each were available. MC prevalence in different countries was obtained from a WHO report and allocated to WHO categories of 81%- 100%, 20%- 80%, and 0%- 19%.
Compared to countries with 81%- 100% MC prevalence, the prostatic carcinoma mortality rate was higher in those with MC prevalence of 0%- 19% and 20%- 80%. A higher Muslim percentage for each 10% increase and longer life expectancy for every five additional years were associated with lower prostatic carcinoma mortality.
Thus, prostate cancer mortality is significantly lower in countries in which male circumcision prevalence exceeds 80%.
Cathcart P, Nuttall M, van der Meulen J, et al. Trends in paediatric circumcision and its complications in England between 1997 and 2003. Br J Surg. 2006; 93: 885–90.6
75 868 boys under the age of 15 were included in the study.
Data was extracted from the Hospital Episode Statistics database for admission to NHS hospitals in England. The circumcision rate fell 20% from 1997 to 2003, to 2.1 per 1000 boys in 2003.
Indications for circumcision: 90% phimosis, 8% balanitis, 2% other.
1.2% of boys experienced complications.
The study excluded boys who had additional operative procedures at the time of circumcision.
Only complications requiring prolonged hospital stay or readmission were included in the study; therefore, some minor complications were not included.