Female Genital Mutilation Is a Violation of Reproductive Rights of Women: Implications for Health Workers (2016)
This study is a Descriptive research regarding All FGM/C with the following characteristics:
Author(s): Jungari SB
FGM/C Type(s): All
Health area of focus: prevalence,Gynaecological,Obstretic.
Objective: To understand the prevalence and practice of FGM worldwide and its adverse effects on women’s reproductive health
Study Population: NA
Findings: Study found that FGM has no health benefits; was mostly carried out on girls before they reach the age of 15 years; could cause severe bleeding,infections,psychological illness,and infertility; and,most important,could have serious consequences during childbirth. The practice was mainly governed by the traditions and cultures of the communities without having any scientific or medical benefit. Study concluded that FGM was a practice that violated the human and reproductive rights of women.
Geographical coverage
Region(s):Not specified
Country(ies):Not specified