Eradicating Female Genital Mutilation: Case series Evaluating the Effect of the Interventions
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2014-11
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University of Mauritius
Abstract
Female genital mutilation (FGM) remains a source of abuse to females despite
efforts to eradicate it. We present a cases series of two clitoral cysts and one each
of post-mutilation haemorrhage, labial adhesion and excess crural flap. One of
the victims intended to circumcise her daughters for cultural reasons but
rescinded the decision after counseling and education. FGM is a continuing
abuse, individual perception does not depend on the degree of complication
experienced and there is need for increased education and enlightenment on its
dangers.
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Female genital mutilation, Eradication, Interventions