Iatrogenic microphallus secondary to circumcision

Urology. 1976 Nov;8(5):472-4. doi: 10.1016/0090-4295(76)90278-8.

Abstract

Three cases of apparent microphallus secondary to overzealous circumcision are presented. Proper diagnosis avoids unnecessary diagnostic studies. Moreover, a good functional and cosmetic result is virtually assured with appropriate resurfacing and thick split thickness skin grafting of the penile shaft. The best treatment would appear to be prevention of the complication by adequate instruction to personnel doing routine circumcisions.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Child
  • Child, Preschool
  • Circumcision, Male / adverse effects*
  • Diagnostic Errors
  • Humans
  • Iatrogenic Disease*
  • Infant
  • Male
  • Penile Diseases / diagnosis
  • Penile Diseases / surgery*
  • Penis / growth & development
  • Penis / injuries*
  • Skin Transplantation
  • Transplantation, Autologous
  • Urethral Stricture / surgery
  • Wound Healing