The role of the health sector in contributing to the abandonment of female genital mutilation

Med. 2021 May 14;2(5):485-489. doi: 10.1016/j.medj.2021.04.023.

Abstract

Female genital mutilation (FGM) is a harmful practice associated with a range of health complications. Achieving abandonment of FGM is an international priority, which requires multi-sectoral actions, including engagement of the health sector to provide high quality care to women and girls affected by FGM while also taking actions to promote prevention.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Circumcision, Female* / adverse effects
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Quality of Health Care