Results of group-circumcision of Muslim boys in Malaysia with a new type of disposable clamp

This study evaluates the safety and results of surgery using TaraKlamp Circ umcision Device (R) during a group circumcision. A total of 64 circumcision s of Muslim boys were performed by Medical Assistants supervised by Medical Doctors in a hall in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. A new type disposable clamp w as used, which was removed 4 days after the operation. No major complicatio ns occurred and the boys experienced in general mild pain postoperatively. Mostly good cosmetic results were obtained and 90% of the parents would rec ommend this new clamp to others. Group circumcisions with TaraKlamp Circumc ision Device (R) (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia) are safe, although proper patient selection and adequate training in using the device are mandatory.