Topical corticosteroids for phimosis in children: a network meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials.
Kannan SridharanGowri SivaramakrishnanPublished in: Pediatric surgery international (2021)
Topical methylprednisolone, hydrocortisone, and betamethasone were observed with better clinical resolution of phimosis compared to other corticosteroids. Very high potent corticosteroids like beclomethasone and clobetasol were not observed with superior benefits compared to other corticosteroids. Considering low-potency, hydrocortisone shall be preferred until further evidence emerges.