Female genital mutilations: genito-urinary complications and ethical-legal aspects (2015)
This study is a Explanatory research regarding All FGM/C with the following characteristics:
Author(s): Vella M,Argo A,Costanzo A,Tarantino L,Milone L,Pavone C
FGM/C Type(s): All
Health area of focus: Gynaecological,Sexual,Urinary.
Objective: To analyze the epidemiology of FGMs,the reasons why the practice is still made,the complications,the ethical,and the principal legal aspects of this practise that must be hopefully early banned
Study Population: Relied on articles
Findings: The study concluded that as in other European countries,in Italian medical schools,FGMs are not included in pre-graduate curriculum and recent studies enphasize that there is a lack of knowledge on the subject among gynecologists,many of whom are not familiar with the classification and management of FGM. No studies were conducted among urology specialist aimed to appreciate their competence and attitude in this field of interest. In addition,considering the possible consequences for overall psychophysical health,a multidisciplinary approach is recommended in collaboration with pediatricians,who can play a central role in prevention. A variety of sociocultural myths,religious misbelievers,and hygienic and aesthetic concerns were behind the FGM/C. Overall,a large proportion of people supported the continuation of FGM/C in spite of adverse effect and sexual dysfunction associated with FGM/C
Geographical coverage
Region(s):Not specified
Country(ies):Not specified