Female genital mutilation (FGM) in UK children: a review of a dedicated paediatric service for FGM (2020)
This study is a Exploratory research regarding All FGM/C with the following characteristics:
Author(s): S Ali
FGM/C Type(s): All
Health area of focus: None.
Objective: to describe the presentation and management of children who are suspected or confirmed t have undergone female genital mutilation referred to a specialised paediatric clinic.
Study Population: children
Findings: out of 148 children,55(37.2%) had confirmed FGM. 112(76%)are referred by police or social care. 87% underwent FGM before entry to the UK.
Geographical coverage
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Country(ies):United Kingdom