What are a Circumcision and Frenuloplasty?

A circumcision is an operation that removes the foreskin.  The foreskin is the sleeve of tissue that covers the head of the penis.  The usual reason for doing this is for scarring of the
foreskin that makes it uncomfortable or painful to retract.  It may be so tight in some men that it cannot be retracted at all.  A frenuloplasty is a procedure that changes the penile frenulum usually to alleviate restriction.

A general anesthetic or high level of sedation is usually given for this procedure, but other forms of anesthesia are available if indicated.  A local anesthetic nerve block is usually used at the time of the procedure to help with post-operative pain relief.  After removal of the foreskin, fine sutures are used to join the edges of the skin together just below the head of the penis (glans).

A Circumcision is usually a day procedure which means that an overnight stay is not required.

Preparation for your procedure

We will provide you with instructions regarding all aspects of preparing for your operation.

• Pre-operative blood and urine tests.
• Details of admission to hospital.
• Information regarding fasting and medications.

What to expect afterward

In recovery, staff will make sure you are comfortable.  Pain relief will be offered and given if required, and you will be offered something to eat and drink.  There will be a light dressing over the penis.  Once you are awake, comfortable, and have passed urine then you are able to go home.  A script for pain relief will be given for you to take with you.

Complications

This is a safe operation, however, you should be aware of the potential risks;

• Infection <5%
• Bleeding / haematoma <5%
• You may notice some bruising at the operation site but significant bleeding is very
  uncommon.
• Any other sort of complication such as an injury to the urethra would be extremely rare.