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A clear understanding of the anatomy would reduce the complications associated with a faulty technique (6).In conclusion, despite the safety and effectiveness of DPNB that has been demonstrated over the last decades, great care must be taken and aseptic conditions must be maintained during such a useful procedure. References1 Kirya J, Werthman MW Jr. Neonatal circumcision and penile dorsal nerve block: a painless procedure. J Pediatr 1978; 92: 998-1000. 2 Sara CA, Lowry CJ. Complication of circumcision and dorsal nerve block of the penis. Anaesth Intensive Care 1985; 13: 79-82. 3 Berens R, Pontus SP Jr. A complication associated with dorsal penile nerve block. Reg Anesth 1990; 15: 309-310. 4 Herrera Puerto J, Herrera Flores J, Fernandez Iglesias J et al. Unusual complication post circumcision. Actas Urol Esp 2003; 27: 559-561. 5 Uwyyed K, Korman SH, Bar-Oz B et al. Scrotal abscess with bacteremia caused by Salmonella group D after ritual circumcision. Pediatr Infect Dis J 1990; 9: 65-66. 6 Soh CR, Ng SB, Lim SL. Dorsal penile nerve block.