Prepex
PrePex[edit | edit source]
PrePex is a non-surgical male circumcision device developed by Circ MedTech Ltd. It is designed to provide a safe, fast, and cost-effective method of circumcision, particularly in areas where HIV and AIDS are prevalent.
History[edit | edit source]
The PrePex device was first introduced in 2009 by Circ MedTech Ltd., a company based in Israel. The device was developed in response to the need for a safer and more efficient method of male circumcision, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa, where the procedure is often performed as a means of reducing the transmission of HIV.
Design and Use[edit | edit source]
The PrePex device consists of an elastic ring that is placed on the foreskin, causing it to lose blood supply and eventually fall off. The procedure is painless and can be performed by a trained healthcare worker in less than five minutes, without the need for anesthesia or sutures.
Effectiveness and Safety[edit | edit source]
Several studies have shown that the PrePex device is safe and effective. The World Health Organization (WHO) has prequalified the device for use in adults and adolescents, and it is currently being used in several countries in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Criticism and Controversy[edit | edit source]
Despite its effectiveness, the PrePex device has been criticized for its high cost and for the fact that it can only be used on adults and adolescents, not on infants or children.
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