An analysis of the content and clinical implications of online advertisements for female genital cosmetic surgery (2012)
This study is a Descriptive research regarding IV FGM/C with the following characteristics:
Author(s): Lih-Mei Liao, Neda Taghinejadi,and Sarah M Creighton
FGM/C Type(s): IV
Health area of focus: None.
Objective: To examine the breadth,depth and quality of clinical information communicated to women on 10 popular sites (giving information on female genital cosmetic surgery (FGCS)) and to discuss the implications of the results.
Study Population: Online advertisement from 10 private providers that offer FGCS procedures
Findings: Female genital cosmetic surgery (FGCS) procedures were presented on all of the provider websites as an effective treatment for genital appearance concerns. No explanation for presenting clinical complaints was found. There was scanty reference to appearance diversity. Only minimal scientific information on outcomes or risks could be identified. There was no mention of potential alternative ways for managing appearance concerns or body dissatisfaction. Study concluded that the quality and quantity of clinical information in FGCS provider sites was poor,with erroneous information in some instances. Impeccable professionalism and ethical integrity was crucial for this controversial practice. Clear and detailed guidelines on how to raise the standard of information to women on all aspects of FGCS was urgently needed.
Geographical coverage
Region(s):Northern Europe,North America
Country(ies):United States,United Kingdom