Female Genital Mutilation: Health Consequences and Complications—A Short Literature Review
Female genital mutilation (FGM) is a procedure performed on women in developing countries and is underreported; it involves cutting or altering the female genitalia. The health consequences of FGM include bacterial and viral infections, obstetrical complications, and psychological problems. In this...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2018-01-01
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Series: | Obstetrics and Gynecology International |
Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2018/7365715 |