Female genital mutilation and its prevention: a challenge for paediatricians (2007)
This study is a Exploratory research regarding All FGM/C with the following characteristics:
Author(s): Fabienne Jaeger,Marianne Caflisch,Patrick Hohlfeld
FGM/C Type(s): All
Health area of focus: None.
Objective: The aim is to offer information to western health care systems when confronted with migrants from FGM/C cultural background
Study Population: Relied on articles
Findings: Paediatricians can play a central role in the prevention of female genital mutilation (FGM),as they are in repeated close contact with the girls and their families. As a doctor and,thus,guardian of the child’s health,paediatricians have a privileged role. Medical complications are the main arguments against FGM and the wish for good health is well recognised.With an open approach and some basic knowledge,discussions with parents can be very constructive.
Geographical coverage
Region(s):Not specified
Country(ies):Not specified