Circumcision is a surgical procedure involving the removal of the foreskin, the tissue covering the glans. This operation can be performed for medical, religious, or cultural reasons. One of the most common medical indications for circumcision is Lichen Sclerosus (LS), a chronic inflammatory skin condition that primarily affects the foreskin and glans, causing itching, pain, and tissue tightening.
If left untreated, Lichen Sclerosus can lead to serious complications such as pathological phimosis, where the foreskin becomes too tight to retract, and paraphimosis, a painful condition where the retracted foreskin cannot return to its normal position, potentially leading to swelling and impaired blood flow to the glans. In advanced cases, circumcision is the preferred treatment as it removes the affected tissue and significantly reduces recurrence risks.
Professor Gabriele Antonini, a renowned urologist and andrologist, has extensively studied functional circumcision, which not only addresses medical concerns but also enhances the patient’s quality of life. This procedure is particularly beneficial for patients suffering from paraphimosis during erection, a condition that can cause severe pain and requires immediate intervention to prevent penile tissue damage.
The circumcision procedure is performed under local or general anesthesia using modern surgical techniques that minimize complications. Recovery usually takes about two weeks, during which patients must follow specific care instructions for optimal healing. Circumcision is an effective solution for improving genital health and preventing future complications.
