SickKids Collaborations

SickKids Research Collaboration:

The Urology Department at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) has initiated a research study called: Use of 2-Octyl Cyanoacrylate (skin glue) in Neonatal Circumcision: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

This study aims to determine the safety and effectiveness of using skin glue to prevent complications after a circumcision, such as bleeding or adhesions. The research will also assess post-procedure pain levels, the final healed appearance, and overall parent satisfaction.

Because we perform a high volume of newborn circumcisions, The Circumcision Clinic is proud to be an official participating site for this project. We are deeply committed to growing the medical knowledge base to continuously improve the safety and outcomes of this procedure for our patients.

How to Participate:

When booking your appointment, our team may ask if you are interested in learning more about this study. Families who answer "yes" will have the opportunity to speak with a SickKids research assistant by phone to learn more and ask any questions.

You can also learn more about the research project by reading: Consent to Participate in a Research Study (Parent Consent for Child).

Teaching Collaboration:

  • The Hospital For Sick Children (SickKids) offers a training course for health-care providers called CIRCLES: Circumcision Learning Experience Using Simulation Workshop

  • The CIRCLES course offers participants an opportunity to observe a live circumcision.

  • The Circumcision Clinic has partnered with the CIRCLES team to host observers interested in observing the Mogen Clamp technique.