As you can see from the listing on the right, a large number of instruments and
techniques have been developed and used over the years to aid in the quick and accurate
circumcision of males. Of those items on the listing only the freehand techniques (forceps
guided and double circular incision) and the Gomco Clamp and Plastibell
are used today in non-ritual circumcisions. However, the Zhenxi Ring,
ALİ'SKLAMP, and other disposable devices are becoming
popular for circumcision throughout the Asian-Islamic cultures and could also soon become popular for
circumcision of both children and adults in the remainder of the world, due to
their ease of use.
Please note that none of these devices should be used to
do a self-circumcision. Circumcision should always be performed by a
trained and skilled healthcare provider.
Different instruments and techniques can provide for different styles and results, which is discussed in more
detail in that section of this web site. Recently, the World Health
Organization (WHO) published a document describing the different methods of
circumcision for both men and boys, and issues related to performing the
procedure, call the WHO
Male Circumcision Manual.
From the listing on the right, select the instrument or technique for a full discussion and image of the device and procedure. To return to the Circumcision Home Page, click the Egyptian Circumcision Icon at the top of the Index. Or read this history for the complete discussion of the development of circumcision instrumentation and techniques, including a useful bibliography.
