Infectious Complications after Type I Female Genital Mutilation (2003)
This study is a Exploratory research regarding I FGM/C with the following characteristics:
Author(s): Abdulrahim A. Rouzi
FGM/C Type(s): I
Health area of focus: Vulval sepsis and abscess.
Objective: The objective of this case series was to report the occurrence of vulval sepsis and abscess following Sunna circumcision.
Study Population: A two-month old girl,A ten-years-old girl,A 17-years-old
Findings: Complications following FGM include hemorrhage,pain,infection,urinary retention,death,scarring and keloid formation,vulval epidermoid cysts,vulval abscess,recurrent urinary tract infection,psychological effects (flashbacks,anxiety and depression),sexual problems,and obstetrical sequelae. The rate of occurrence of these complications depends on many factors. This case-series documented the occurrence of vulval sepsis,abscess,and even loss of sexual desire and satisfaction after Type I FGM.
Geographical coverage
Region(s):Western Asia
Country(ies):Saudi Arabia