Penile reconstruction using scrotal flap after usage of monopolar electrocautery in a 2-month-old Syrian child: a case report

Abstract Circumcision is regarded as one of the most common procedures in pediatrics. We present a case of a newborn, who has undergone circumcision using monopolar electrocautery. He admitted to the hospital with glans necrosis and was treated with antibiotics and surgical debridement. Four months...

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Published in:Journal of surgical case reports 2019-12, Vol.2019 (12), p.rjz351
Main Authors: Assaf, Ragheb, Albahhah, Tamim, Ayoub, Kusay, Al-janzir, Zaher, Tarzi, Mario, Rahmeh, Ahmad Rami, Al-Hadid, Ibrahim
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Language:English
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Summary:Abstract Circumcision is regarded as one of the most common procedures in pediatrics. We present a case of a newborn, who has undergone circumcision using monopolar electrocautery. He admitted to the hospital with glans necrosis and was treated with antibiotics and surgical debridement. Four months later, phalloplasty was performed for the newborn using scrotal flap. The result is satisfactory, and the penis is esthetically acceptable with effective urination. Our case suggests the use of scrotal flap for penile reconstruction due to feasibility of procedure and anatomic privilege. It would also support usage of bipolar electrocautery for circumcision to avoid possible unwanted complications of monopolar electrocautery.
ISSN:2042-8812
2042-8812
DOI:10.1093/jscr/rjz351