American Academy of Pediatrics: Difference between revisions

First policy (1971): Revise footnote.
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The policy cited the 1970 landmark paper by E. Routine circumcision of the newborn is an unnecessary procedure. It provides questionable benefits and is associated with a small but definite incidence of complications and hazards. These risks are preventable if the operation is not performed unless truly medically indicated. Circumcision of the newborn is a procedure that should no longer be considered routine.Noel Preston as its authority.<ref name="preston1970">{{REFjournal
The policy cited the 1970 landmark paper by E. Noel Preston as its authority.<ref name="preston1970">{{REFjournal
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