Dorsal slit of foreskin- alternative treatment

By: Dr. Khan

Published: June 25, 2025

Information about dorsal slit of foreskin from The British Association of Urological Surgeons (BAUS)- recently published June 2017

Alternative treatment for tight foreskin

Key Points

  • This is a short-stay procedure to relieve a tight foreskin
  • It is sometimes used in emergency situations when the foreskin is swollen or stuck in a retracted position (paraphimosis)
  • It can be used as an alternative to circumcision in patients who are unfit or are unwilling to be circumcised
  • We make a single incision along the length of your foreskin to expose the head of your penis without removing any tissue
  • The cosmetic appearance after the procedure is not as good as it is after circumcision

Circumcision, to remove the foreskin completely, may be needed at a later stage

plesse see following full document online.  

Dorsal slit foreskin. June 2017 

Dr. A.R Khan

Paediatric Surgeon/Urologist

Bio

BSC, MBBS, FRCS, FEBPS, FRCS (PAEDS)
Dr. Khan is a highly experienced and respected paediatric surgeon and urologist with a distinguished career that spans over three decades. He has performed more than 7,000 circumcisions in the UK and is recognised for his expertise in treating foreskin problems, buried penis, and hypospadias. Dr. Khan is also pioneering new techniques in circumcisions for adults, children, and infants, ensuring the highest standards of care for his patients.
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