Measurement of the sexual health and wellbeing of women who have undergone female genital mutilation/Cutting: A scoping review (2019)
This study is a Descriptive research regarding All FGM/C with the following characteristics:
Author(s): Esho,T. C.,Muniu,S. K.,Yussuf,M.,Okondo,C.,& Kabiru,C. W.
FGM/C Type(s): All
Health area of focus: None.
Objective: a scoping review to identify and assess instruments used to measure sexual health and wellbeing in women who have undergone female genital mutilation/ cutting (FGM/C).
Study Population: women who have undergone FGM/C
Findings: All instruments were developed and initially validated among literate,predominantly Caucasian participants in North America and Europe. Only 1 validation study was conducted among women living with FGM/C. Conclusion: Most instruments only measured sexual functioning. Findings underscore the need to validate instruments appropriate for use among FGM/C survivors.
Geographical coverage
Region(s):Not specified
Country(ies):Not specified