Circumcision device made in China gains approval of WHO

The World Health Organization authorized the prequalification to a male circumcision device made in China, which is expected to contribute to the global fight against HIV/AIDS.

The WHO announced on Wednesday that the ShangRing - named after its Chinese inventor, Shang Jianzhong - meets acceptable standards of quality, safety and efficacy for male circumcision.

"The prequalification of ShangRing is highly exciting. It's a great example of Chinese innovation. The prequalification by the WHO is another example of the increasing role China is taking in global health," said Bernhard Schwartlander, the WHO Representative in China.