Br J Urol. 1990 Sep;66(3):318-21.

Ritual circumcision (Umkhwetha) amongst the Xhosa of the Ciskei.

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Department of Urology, Cecilia Makiwane Hospital, Mdantsane, Ciskei, South Africa.

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The Umkhwetha is an ancient custom of ritual circumcision still practised by the Xhosa people of Southern Africa. In 45 consecutive youths who required hospital admission the mortality rate was 9%. The complication seen over the years are reviewed and their management discussed.

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