Intracavernosal Prostaglandin Injection Prior to Circumcision Allows More Precise Removal of Foreskin

Abstract

Objectives: The study aims to evaluate the outcomes of adult circumcision with the use of intracavernosal injection (ICI) of prostaglandin to induce an erection at time of operation. Methods: Twenty patients undergoing circumcision received ICI with prostaglandin prior to surgery. Demographics of all patients along with outcomes and complications at 2-week and 3-month follow-up were recorded. Results: No complications were evident at 2-week and 3-month follow-up. All 20 patients were satisfied with cosmetic result. Conclusions: Circumcisions performed with ICI is a novel technique that allows accurate removal of foreskin and can be safely applied to current surgical technique for improved cosmetic results.