Compétences des sages-femmes sur la prise en charge des mutilations sexuelles féminines (MSF)
Year: 2025
Type: dissertation
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: Objectives: the main aim of this study was to assess the skills of midwives in caring for women who have undergone female genital mutilation. Method: prospective, descriptive, multicentre, cross-sectional study, using anonymous questionnaires, distributed by e-mail to midwives via the Normandy perinatal network and the order of midwives of Calvados, Manche and Orne, in limesurvey format. Results: midwives' level of knowledge was unsatisfactory. Our study did not show any significant difference in midwives' knowledge of female genital mutilation according to the year in which they obtained their diploma, their type or location of practice, or whether or not they had received initial and/or in-service training. The main obstacles identified in dealing with female genital mutilation were lack of knowledge, language barriers, the fact that the time was often not right and the fear of offending the patient. Conclusion: comprehensive initial and continuing training, covering both theoretical and practical aspects, is essential for professionals in order to improve diagnosis and treatment.
Source: HAL
Author: Zeniter, Orane
Language: English
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W7076959889