The experiences and psychological outcomes for pregnant women who have had FGM: A systematic review (2021)
This study is a Descriptive research regarding All FGM/C with the following characteristics:
Author(s): Wood R,Richens Y,Lavender T
FGM/C Type(s): All
Health area of focus: Psychological impact of FGM on women who subsequently become pregnant.
Objective: A mixed-method systematic review aimed to provide insight into the psychological impact of FGM on women who subsequently become pregnant
Study Population: N/A
Findings: Findings relate to power of choice linked to reinfibulation,deinfibulation,birth procedures and pain management; importance of knowledgeable and sensitive health care professionals; and relived trauma experienced during childbirth. These findings could inform the development of supportive interventions for women with FGM within maternity services.
Geographical coverage
Region(s):Not specified
Country(ies):Not specified