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One tough decision that many families face shortly after childbirth is whether to circumcise a male baby. Circumcision, the surgical removal of skin on the tip of the penis, is performed for a variety of reasons, and may be based on religious, cultural, or cosmetic concerns. If not done properly, however, a child may suffer permanent scarring or disfigurement.
Deciding whether to circumcise a male child is an extremely personal decision. The American Academy of Pediatrics, whether because of medical expertise or a desire to stay above the fray, simply acknowledges that there are advantages and disadvantages, and that there is no single correct decision. There are several arguments commonly made in support of and against circumcision:
Of the approximately two-thirds of boys circumcised in the United States, there are complications in approximately 0.2% of all circumcisions. These complications can occur with or without negligence—meaning, that some of these injuries are preventable, and some are not. The most common circumcision complications include:
Any of these complications must be treated in accordance with the medical standard of care. In rare cases, however, permanent damage to the penis, whether cosmetic or injury which reduces function, can occur during circumcision.
To learn more about circumcision injuries, contact our medical malpractice lawyers at (440) 252-4399, or send us a message through our website.
