Consequences of Female Genital Mutilation on Women’s Sexual Health – Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

AbstractBackground Female genital mutilation (FGM) can leave a lasting mark on the lives and minds of those affected. Aim To assess consequences FGM women's sexual function in women who have undergone compared to not FGM. Methods A systematic review meta-analysis were conducted from 3 databases; inclusion exclusion criterions determined. Studies included adult having presenting disorders assessed by Sexual Function Index (FSFI). Results Of 129 studies, 5 that met criteria selected. The mutilated women, based FSFI total score its different domains, was non-mutilated women. There significant decrease scores However, results obtained for domains same all authors. highlighted high heterogeneity with inconsistency true variance effect size between-studies. Conclusion Analysis studies showed there is score, indicating any type may cause impaired functioning. But firm conclusion this topic yet achievable because analysis do allow conclude relationship function. Nzinga A-M, De Andrade Castanheira S, Herklmann J, et al. Consequences Genital Mutilation Women's Health – Systematic Review Meta-Analysis. J Sex Med 2021;18:750–760.