Adult circumcision is a surgical procedure that a urologist performs under anesthesia. Medical indications for this procedure include phimosis, paraphimosis, recurrent balanitis, and posthitis (inflammation of the prepuce). Nonmedical reasons may be social, cultural, personal, or religious. The procedure is commonly performed using either the dorsal slit or the sleeve technique. The dorsal slit is especially useful in patients who have phimosis. The sleeve technique may better control bleeding in patients with large subcutaneous veins. Possible complications of adult circumcision may include infection, bleeding, poor cosmetic results, and a change in sensation during intercourse.
