2016, Number 2
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RCU 2016; 5 (2)
The foreskin in pediatrics
Tundidor BÁM
Language: Spanish
References: 7
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ABSTRACT
Medical approach to the foreskin in pediatrics is still a matter of worldwide controversy.
On one hand are the defenders of routine neonatal circumcision, on the other are the
supporters of non-intervention before the end of puberty, and between the two of
them are a great many of therapeutic approaches. The present article critically
analyzes the different approaches and finally states the author's
modus operandi.
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