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  3. Male Infant Circumcision And Associated Factors In Konso Zone Southern Ethiopia: Community Based Survey.
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Male infant circumcision and associated factors in Konso Zone Southern Ethiopia: community based survey.

Goye Orkaido Berisha1, Berhan Tsegaye Negash2, Zemenu Yohannes Kassa1

  • 1College of Medicine and Health Science, Hawassa University, Hawassa, Ethiopia.

BMC Pediatrics
|April 1, 2025

View abstract on PubMed

Summary
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Male infant circumcision prevalence in Ethiopia was 24.9%, lower than national rates. Key factors include maternal knowledge, age over 36, and positive attitudes towards the procedure.

Keywords:
EthiopiaInfant male CircumcisionKonsoPractice

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Pediatrics
  • Sociology

Background:

  • Infant male circumcision is recognized for reducing urinary tract infections (UTIs) and sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
  • Community challenges to male infant circumcision exist in Ethiopia, necessitating local data for preventive strategies.
  • No prior studies have specifically addressed male infant circumcision practices and associated factors in the Konso Zone.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence of male infant circumcision in the Konso Zone, Ethiopia.
  • To identify factors associated with male infant circumcision practices in the study area.

Main Methods:

  • A community-based cross-sectional survey was conducted in randomly selected districts of Konso Zone, Ethiopia, from June 30 to July 30, 2022.
  • A multi-stage sampling technique was employed, with data collected via face-to-face interviews using a structured questionnaire.
  • Statistical analysis included descriptive statistics, bivariate, and multivariable logistic regression to identify significant associations (P < 0.05).

Main Results:

  • The prevalence of male infant circumcision was found to be 24.9%.
  • Significant factors positively associated with male infant circumcision included: maternal knowledge of the procedure (AOR = 7.3; 95% CI: 4.3, 12.5), maternal age over 36 years (AOR = 2.2; 95% CI: 1.1, 4.3), and a favorable maternal attitude towards circumcision (AOR = 9.2; 95% CI: 4.5, 18.8).

Conclusions:

  • The prevalence of male infant circumcision in Konso Zone is lower than the national average.
  • Maternal knowledge, age over 36, and positive attitudes are key factors influencing male infant circumcision.
  • Stakeholders should prioritize community mobilization and health education to empower women regarding male infant circumcision.