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[Ritual circumcision : a society challenge].
1Service de chirurgie pédiatrique, Centre hospitalier du centre du Valais, avenue Grand-Champsec 80, 1951 Sion.
Revue Medicale Suisse
|July 18, 2017
Summary
Male circumcision, a common procedure, is debated due to multiculturalism. Doctors must balance ritual requests with child welfare, Swiss law, and medical ethics.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Public Health
- Medical Ethics
Background:
- Male circumcision is a globally prevalent surgical procedure, with 30% of men worldwide circumcised.
- Ritualistic reasons account for 97% of circumcisions, while medical circumcisions constitute less than 3%.
Purpose of the Study:
- To address the increasing polemic surrounding non-medical childhood circumcisions.
- To guide medical professionals in responding to ritual circumcision requests within multicultural societies.
Main Methods:
- Review of current medical and societal debates on childhood circumcision.
- Analysis of ethical considerations and legal frameworks in Switzerland.
Main Results:
- Non-medical childhood circumcision has become a contentious issue.
- Societal multiculturalism necessitates professional responses to ritual circumcision requests.
Conclusions:
- Healthcare providers must navigate ritual circumcision requests professionally.
- Respect for the child, family, Swiss legislation, and medical ethics is paramount.
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