Female Genital Mutilation Raises Childbirth Problems And Risk Of Child Mortality

A new study published by WHO has shown that women who have had Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) are significantly more likely to experience difficulties during childbirth and that their babies are more likely to die as a result of the practice.


Researchers found there was an increased need to resuscitate babies whose mothers had had FGM. It is estimated that in the African context an additional 10 to 20 babies die per 1000 deliveries as a result of the practice.

The reliable evidence regarding its harmful effects, both for mothers and their babies, should contribute to the abandonment of the practice.


World Health Organization (WHO)