Challenges in providing quality care for women with female genital cutting in Sweden –a literature review (2018)
This study is a Descriptive research regarding All FGM/C with the following characteristics:
Author(s): Jordal,M. & Wahlberg,A.
FGM/C Type(s): All
Health area of focus: None.
Objective: This literature review aimed to identify challenges involved in providing quality care for circumcised women in Sweden.
Study Population: Relied on articles
Findings: Two themes were identified: a lack of technical skills and communication difficulties,as well as ethnocentric views. Midwives and gynecologists lacked confidence in their ability to deal with infibulated women during childbirth due to a lack of technical expertise,which frequently led to improvised treatments. This insecurity was attributed to a lack of theoretical and practical knowledge about FGC-related health issues. In communication problems and ethnocentric attitudes,both health care providers and circumcised women reported having trouble communicating about FGC,primarily due to language limitations and a perception of the issue’s sensitivity. In conclusion,the abilities of Swedish health care providers caring for circumcised patients may be improved. This should be considered when designing midwifery and gynecology curriculum and training health care providers who are likely to encounter circumcised women in their practice.
Geographical coverage
Region(s):Northern Europe
Country(ies):Sweden