What Is a Botched Circumcision?
An educational post explaining what a botched circumcision is, why it can amount to malpractice, and why families should move quickly if a child has been harmed.
An educational post explaining what a botched circumcision is, why it can amount to malpractice, and why families should move quickly if a child has been harmed.
Circumcision is a common procedure that removes the foreskin covering the tip of the penis. It is often performed in a hospital or doctor's office and is generally considered low-complication, but still carries risks such as bleeding, infection, and damage to the penis.
A botched circumcision is one in which the expected result is not satisfactorily achieved. Examples include too much foreskin removed, not enough removed, infection, bleeding, damage to nerves or blood vessels, and in the most serious cases amputation.
Many of these cases are potential surgical malpractice matters caused by inexperience, negligence, improper tools, product defects, or failure to follow proper procedures.
Botched circumcision cases may qualify as medical malpractice. Georgia Code SS 9-3-71 governs the time limits that can apply. Families should seek medical attention first and then speak with an experienced attorney promptly so evidence can be gathered and compensation pursued.
Jonathan W. Johnson, LLC has handled some of the highest-profile botched circumcision cases in Georgia.