Common myths and misconceptions about the foreskin
Car. med.jour
; 72(3): 26-27, June 2011.
Article
in English
| MedCarib
| ID: med-17489
Responsible library:
TT5
Localization: TT5; W1, CA788
ABSTRACT
A recent national study in Trinidad and Tobago done by the author revealed that there are many misconceptions and lack of knowledge amongst parents about the foreskin and circumcisions. As clinicians it is our duty to educate parents and hence reduce the need for unnecessary referrals and circumcisions. These are some facts concerning the foreskin and circumcision.
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Collection:
International databases
Database:
MedCarib
Main subject:
Trinidad and Tobago
/
Circumcision, Male
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Foreskin
Limits:
Child, preschool
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Humans
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Infant
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Male
Country/Region as subject:
English Caribbean
/
Trinidad and Tobago
Language:
English
Journal:
Car. med.jour
Year:
2011
Document type:
Article
Institution/Affiliation country:
Department of Paediatric Surgery/Trinidad and Tobago