A survey on knowledge of female genital mutilation guidelines (2013)
This study is a Descriptive research regarding All FGM/C with the following characteristics:
Author(s): Purchase TC,Lamoudi M,Colman S,Allen S,Latthe P,Jolly K
FGM/C Type(s): All
Health area of focus: None.
Objective: knowledge of female genital mutilation guidelines.
Study Population: fellows and trainees of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG)
Findings: Completed training and more practical experience with women affected by FGM significantly increased knowledge. Many respondents were not aware of specialist services locally (22.9%) or how to access them (52.3%). Some areas of insufficient knowledge were identified,in particular in relation to psychiatric morbidity,HIV,hepatitis B and pelvic infection. More specialized training efforts might improve this aspect.
Geographical coverage
Region(s):Not specified
Country(ies):Not specified