Phimosis, physiological N47.x

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Definition
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Gluing of the preputial leaf and glans penis in newborns. Only 4% of all newborns have a foreskin retractable behind the sulcus coronarius at birth.

Progression/forecast
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Dissolution of the adhesion during the 1st year of life (50%), after 3 years at 80-90%, possibly complete dissolution only at puberty age. S.a.u. Phimosis, see below Pseudophimosis.

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Phimosis, adhesive; Pseudophimosis;

Outgoing links (2)

Phimosis; Pseudophimosis;

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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