Comparative evaluation of two techniques of hemostasis in neonatal circumcision using the Plastibell device.

Objective: To evaluate the safety of the Plastibell neonatal circumcision technique and the incidence of complications in Iranian neonates.

Materials & Methods: In this study, 7510 term neonates born between 2001 and 2006 in Rafsanjan medical centers, with age range of 3-36h, were randomized into two groups. In group A (3760 cases), an incision was made in the dorsal surface of the prepuce and then 3min frenular manual compression was performed with a sponge.