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Male circumcision through the ages: the role of tradition
Author(s) -
Zampieri Nicola,
Pianezzola Emanuela,
Zampieri Cecilia
Publication year - 2008
Publication title -
acta pædiatrica
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.772
H-Index - 115
eISSN - 1651-2227
pISSN - 0803-5253
DOI - 10.1111/j.1651-2227.2008.00917.x
Subject(s) - foreskin , male circumcision , medicine , representation (politics) , demography , law , population , health services , sociology , genetics , environmental health , politics , political science , biology , cell culture
Aim: In this study, we examine the evolution of tradition concerning infant male circumcision, utilizing evidence from classical medical texts as well as information from literature, legal sources and art. Methods: We examined the differences in the representation of male circumcision between ancient times and the modern era. Results: Through the ages, male circumcision has been differently represented, and at present an interesting representation is born following the natural evolution of society. Conclusion: Based on the fact that the foreskin is not a defect, the impact of male circumcision is on the child's rights and its role during first years of life still remains controversial.