Female circumcision: obstetric issues.
Female circumcision is a problem unfamiliar to most Western obstetrician-gynecologists. We present a case illustrative of the unique management problems posed by these patients during labor. A method of releasing the anterior vulvar scar tissue to allow vaginal delivery is described. Sensitivity and a nonjudgmental approach as to what is culturally appropriate care for these women are of paramount importance.
Baker
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CA
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Albuquerque.
Gilson
G J
GJ
Vill
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MD
Curet
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LB
D000328:Adult; D002944:Circumcision, Male / Q000009:adverse effects*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D007744:Obstetric Labor Complications / Q000209:etiology* / Q000628:therapy; D011247:Pregnancy