Female genital mutilation

@article{Kelly2005FemaleGM,
  title={Female genital mutilation},
  author={E. Kelly and P. Hillard},
  journal={Current Opinion in Obstetrics and Gynecology},
  year={2005},
  volume={17},
  pages={490–494}
}
  • E. Kelly, P. Hillard
  • Published 2005
  • Medicine
  • Current Opinion in Obstetrics and Gynecology
    • Purpose of review The purpose of this review is to aid the healthcare practitioner in caring for children, girls, and women who have undergone female genital mutilation or who are at risk for female genital mutilation. Recent findings The bulk of the literature published in the area of female genital mutilation over the past year addresses the laws, social needs, immigration status and assimilation of African women who immigrate into western countries. Clinicians continue to publish case… CONTINUE READING
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