Female genital mutilation with coexisting pregnancy: case report (2005)
This study is a Descriptive research regarding IV FGM/C with the following characteristics:
Author(s): OE Jagun,OAO Oloyede and AO Sule-Odu
FGM/C Type(s): IV
Health area of focus: Gynaecological,Obstretic.
Objective: To review the rare occurrence of severe gynaetresia with coexisting pregnancy,and also to discuss the need for an abdominal delivery at term.
Study Population: a 22-year-old woman who presented with the type IV FGM secondary to the application of caustic substance into the vaginal to achieve abortion
Findings: A 22-year-old woman who presented with the type IV FGM secondary to the application of caustic substance into the vaginal to achieve abortion. Following a failed attempt,she carried pregnancy to term and was delivered by caesarean section. This reports a rare occurrence of severe gynaetresia with coexisting pregnancy,and highlights the need for an abdominal delivery at term. The report notes the need for a sustained public health education and enlightment to stem the tide of practice and to safeguard the health of women.
Geographical coverage
Region(s):Western Africa
Country(ies):Nigeria