Hypospadias Half Circumcision

Why is full circumcision not performed?

Foreskin is required for surgery in hypospadias. Repair is more difficult in cases of complete circumcision; Therefore, circumcision should be postponed if hypospadias is suspected.

Half circumcision

In some surgical techniques, partial skin is left to be used as a skin graft or flap. This planning is made by the physician before the surgery.

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