Circumcision clinic
In a circumcision (also called circumcision), the foreskin of the penis is surgically removed. This often happens in men who have a too tight foreskin (phimosis).
Klik hier voor het maken van een afspraakIn a circumcision (also called circumcision), the foreskin of the penis is surgically removed. This often happens in men who have a too tight foreskin (phimosis).
Klik hier voor het maken van een afspraakComplaints of a too tight foreskin include difficulty urinating, or pain during an erection or during sex. The glans or foreskin can also become inflamed (balanitis). These are all good reasons to have a circumcision performed. Sometimes a skin disease can also be the cause of a too tight foreskin, for example lichen sclerosus. The dermatologist of the circumcision clinic can assess whether a skin condition is present and treat it if necessary or determine that a circumcision is necessary.
In the Roosevelt clinic, a circumcision is always performed under local (local) anaesthetic. You will not have any adverse effects from the anesthesia and anesthesia is unnecessary for such an operation. You can also go home immediately after the procedure. The anesthetic is applied all around the base of the penis and needs a few minutes to take effect. The skin is then disinfected. During the procedure, the foreskin is removed. Any adhesions between the foreskin and the glans can also be removed. Sutures are then placed all around, which place the skin just below the edge of the glans. These stitches will dissolve on their own. The penis is bandaged with an ointment gauze bandage. The procedure takes about 45-60 minutes.
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The Roosevelt clinic is the circumcision clinic for men with penis problems. The dermatologists working at the Roosevelt clinic have very good dermatosurgical skills and experience, in addition to their specialist view to address the underlying cause of the phimosis/constriction. In addition to medical specialist care, the dermatologists also perform cosmetic treatments on the penis.
At the Roosevelt circumcision clinic, circumcisions are only performed on adolescents and adult males. If there is a medical necessity (underlying skin condition), the circumcision will be reimbursed by your health insurer, if you have a referral for this. If there is only a narrowing, or if you want to have the foreskin removed for cosmetic or religious reasons, the costs are for your own account. Click here for the current price list.
The Roosevelt clinic has a ZKN quality mark, which shows that it works according to the highest quality standards. In addition, the Roosevelt clinic has a high patient satisfaction on Zorgkaart Nederland.
If you have any questions, you can always contact with the Roosevelt clinic.