What are the surgeries for circumcision?

The main surgeries for foreskin include circumcision, foreskinplasty, stapler circumcision, laser circumcision, commercial ring circumcision, etc. Excessive foreskin may lead to smegma accumulation, repeated infections and other problems. It is recommended to seek medical advice promptly to evaluate the necessity of surgery.

1. Circumcision

Circumcision is a traditional surgical procedure in which the excess foreskin is removed with a scalpel and the incision is sutured. This surgery is suitable for patients with phimosis or redundant foreskin combined with recurrent infections. Postoperative care should be taken to clean the area and avoid strenuous exercise. The operation time is short, and the recovery period takes 7-10 days. Postoperative reactions such as local edema or minor bleeding may occur.

2. Foreskinplasty

Prephioplasty improves the problem of excessive foreskin by preserving part of the foreskin and reshaping its shape. It is suitable for patients with excessive foreskin but no phimosis, and the postoperative appearance will be more natural. The surgical trauma is small, the recovery period is about 5-7 days, and the dressing needs to be changed regularly to prevent infection. There may be local swelling or mild pain after the procedure, which usually resolves on its own.

3. Stapling circumcision

Stapled circumcision uses a special stapler to complete cutting and suturing in one go, with short operation time and less bleeding. It is suitable for adult patients with simple foreskin, and the postoperative recovery is about 5-7 days. The staples usually fall off on their own after a week. During this period, the wound needs to be kept dry and clean to avoid strenuous activities that may cause the staples to fall off prematurely.

4. Laser circumcision

Laser circumcision uses a laser to precisely cut the foreskin and stop bleeding, with minimal trauma and minimal postoperative pain. It is suitable for patients with high aesthetic requirements or poor coagulation function. The recovery period is about 5-7 days. You need to avoid contact with water after surgery to prevent infection. The eschar produced by the laser will fall off naturally and cannot be forcibly removed.

5. Shang ring circumcision

Shang ring circumcision uses a special instrument to compress the foreskin to cause it to become necrotic and fall off without suturing. It is suitable for children or patients who cannot tolerate traditional surgery. The recovery period is about 10-14 days. Postoperative disinfection is required regularly and the shedding of the ring must be observed. Local edema or slight pain may occur, which usually resolves on its own.

Patients with circumcision should keep the surgical site clean and dry after surgery, and avoid strenuous exercise and sexual intercourse for at least 1 month. Wear loose-fitting cotton underwear to reduce friction, and use antibiotic ointment as directed by your doctor to prevent infection. The daily diet should be light and consume more high-quality protein and vitamins to promote wound healing. If symptoms such as persistent bleeding, severe pain, or fever occur, follow-up consultation is required in a timely manner. Those who have not undergone surgery need to cleanse their smegma every day and avoid using harsh cleaning products.