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Glans ischemia after circumcision in children: Two case reports
Daniela Codrich1, Alessandro Boscarelli2, Alessia Cerrina1
1Department of Pediatric Surgery and Urology, Institute for maternal and child health-IRCCS Burlo Garofolo, Trieste 34137, Italy.
World Journal of Clinical Pediatrics
|July 28, 2021
Summary
Glans ischemia, a rare complication of childhood circumcision, lacks defined causes and management. This study explores treatment using enoxaparin and vasodilators for this serious condition.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Surgery
- Urology
Background:
- Circumcision is a common childhood surgery with potential complications.
- Glans ischemia (GI) is a reported, yet poorly understood, complication following circumcision.
- Current management guidelines for GI are lacking.

