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Penile resurfacing for denuded penis following circumcision
Chandrasen K Sinha1, Imran Mushtaq
1Great Ormond Street Hospital for Sick Children, London, UK. cksinha@btinternet.com
Pediatric Surgery International
|February 15, 2012
Summary
Significant penile skin loss after circumcision is rare but can occur. This study details a novel reconstruction technique using split-skin and full-thickness grafts for improved cosmetic outcomes in pediatric patients.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Urology
- Reconstructive Surgery
Background:
- Major loss of penile shaft skin following circumcision is a rare complication.
- Causes include injudicious use of monopolar diathermy, infection, and poor surgical technique.
Observation:
- A case report detailing the reconstruction of a penis after complete penile skin loss due to circumcision in a pediatric patient.
Findings:
- A novel surgical approach utilizing a split-skin graft for the glans and a full-thickness graft for the penile shaft was employed.
- This combined grafting technique aimed to achieve a more natural cosmetic appearance.
Implications:
- This reconstructive method offers a potential solution for significant penile skin loss in pediatric circumcision complications.
- The described technique provides a new consideration for managing severe penile skin defects in pediatric surgery.
