Knowledge, attitudes and practices toward female genital schistosomiasis among community women and healthcare professionals in Kimpese region, Democratic Republic of Congo.

Knowledge, attitudes and practices toward female genital schistosomiasis among community women and healthcare professionals in Kimpese region, Democratic Republic of Congo.

<h4>Background</h4>Chronic infection with Schistosoma haematobium causes female genital schistosomiasis (FGS), which leads to diverse lesions in the female genital tract and several complications, including infertility and a higher risk for HIV transmission. This study aims to understand...

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Main Authors: Cecilia Wangari Wambui, Joule Madinga, Mercy Gloria Ashepet, Maxson Kenneth Anyolitho, Patrick Mitashi, Tine Huyse
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2024-07-01
Series:PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pntd.0011530

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https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pntd.0011530

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