Gynecological consequences of Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C) (2014)
This study is a Descriptive research regarding All FGM/C with the following characteristics:
Author(s): Berg Rigmor C,Underland Vigdis
FGM/C Type(s): All
Health area of focus: Gynocological effect of FGM.
Objective: The overall aim of this systematic review is to support well-informed decisions in health promotion and health care that improve quality of services related to the consequences of FGM/C
Study Population: Women and girls
Findings: This systematic review found that sufficient evidence exist to conclude that women who have undergone FGM/C suffer a greater risk of gynecological complications than women who have not undergone the procedure. There were no indications of gynecological benefits of FGM/C.
Geographical coverage
Region(s):Not specified
Country(ies):Not specified