Comparing four techniques for newborn circumcision in Egypt
The Dilemma of Neonatal Circumcision in Egypt: A Comparative Randomized Study
This will test which of four circumcision methods leads to faster healing, fewer complications, better cosmetic results, and higher parent satisfaction in newborn boys under 3 months old.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | N/A to 3 Months |
| Sex | Male |
| Sponsor | Tanta University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Tanta, El-Gharbia) |
| Trial ID | NCT07076992 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
Researchers will compare four commonly used neonatal circumcision techniques, including Plastibell and Gomco, by measuring wound healing time, wound complications, cosmetic appearance, and parental satisfaction. Male infants under 3 months scheduled for circumcision at Tanta University are eligible, while those with bleeding disorders or genital abnormalities are excluded. Procedures are performed at Tanta University with standardized follow-up visits to document healing and any complications. The work is intended to provide practical, local evidence to help clinicians and families choose the safest and most satisfactory technique.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Male infants younger than 3 months who are planned for routine circumcision and do not have bleeding disorders or genital anomalies.
Not a fit: Infants older than 3 months or those with bleeding disorders, hypospadias, epispadias, micropenis, DSD, buried or webbed penis are excluded and would not receive benefit from the procedures as tested.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the results could identify a circumcision method that reduces complications and improves healing and cosmetic outcomes for newborn boys.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies comparing common newborn circumcision methods such as Plastibell and Gomco have reported differing rates of complications and cosmetic outcomes, so this work builds on existing but variable evidence.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Male infants less than 3 months old. * Undergoing circumcision. Exclusion Criteria: * Male infants more than 3 months old. * Infants with bleeding disorders. * Neonates with hypospadias, epispadias, micropenis, disorders of sex development (DSD) * Neonates with buried or webbed penis.
Where this trial is running
Tanta, El-Gharbia
- Tanta University — Tanta, El-Gharbia, Egypt (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Mohamed I Elmaadawy, MD
- Email: Mohamed.elmaadawy@med.tanta.edu.eg
- Phone: 00201060245430
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.