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1Dept of Obsterics and Cynaaecology, Imo State University Teaching Hospita Orlu, Nigeria. firstezem@yahoo.com
Background:
Genital mutilation (female circumcision) is a common practice in Africa which is done for a variety of reasons. The complications of this practice often present early, but are sometimes delayed.
Method And Results:
The case presented is that of a large clitoridal cyst which presented in the post menopausal period twenty eight years after it's onset. The aetiology, types and complications of genital mutilation are discussed.
Conclusion:
The harmful practice of genital mutilation is deeply ingrained in sub Saharan Africa. It's elimination will be facilitated by education and media campaigns highlighting it's harmful effects.