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Guideline No. 395-Female Genital Cutting.

Liette Perron1, Vyta Senikas1, Margaret Burnett2

  • 1Ottawa, ON.

Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada : JOGC = Journal D'Obstetrique Et Gynecologie Du Canada : JOGC
|February 3, 2020
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This guideline provides strategies to prevent female genital cutting (FGC) and improve care for affected women. It offers information on FGC

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Women's Health
  • Medical Guidelines

Background:

  • Female genital cutting (FGC) is a harmful practice with significant health consequences.
  • There is a need for comprehensive strategies to address FGC and support affected individuals.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide guidance on the prevention of FGC.
  • To improve the management of obstetrical and gynecological complications associated with FGC.
  • To enhance culturally competent care for women affected by FGC.

Main Methods:

  • A review of published literature was conducted using databases like PubMed, CINAHL, and Cochrane Library.
  • Searches were performed in 2010 and updated in 2018.
  • Evidence quality was assessed using the Canadian Task Force on Preventive Health Care criteria.
Keywords:
adolescentcircumcision, femalegynaecologic carepregnancy

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Main Results:

  • The guideline outlines strategies for primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention of FGC.
  • It addresses the short- and long-term consequences of FGC.
  • Recommendations cover knowledge enhancement, legal issues, complication management, and culturally sensitive care.

Conclusions:

  • Implementation of this guideline aims to reduce FGC prevalence and improve health outcomes for affected women.
  • Benefits include increased willingness of women to seek timely care.
  • No anticipated harms or costs are associated with guideline implementation.