Can Penoscrotal Webbing Correction Be Done Under Local Anesthesia?

Q: Dr. Eppley, I just have a quick question about penoscrotal webbing surgery. Is general anesthesia mandatory for this procedure, or could it be done under local anesthesia? as I’m very anxious about general with some personal health issues, so I would prefer to avoid it if possible.

A: While I respect your concerns about general anesthesia, and this is not a rare request, I do not perform any form of scrotal surgery under local anesthesia.

Dr. Barry Eppley

Plastic Surgeon