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FCPROPREG
(FCPROPREG)
Benefits to girl of FC: Prevents pregnancy (open-ended)
Codes and Frequencies
Description
FCPROPREG indicates whether the woman mentioned prevention of pregnancy when asked an open-ended question about benefits for the girl from female circumcision.
Comparability
FCPROPREG has no comparability problems.
Comparability - Standard DHS
An open-ended question about the benefits of female circumcision is included in phases I and II of the standard DHS module for female circumcision. FCPROPREG reports a country-specific response and is not included in the standard DHS modules.
Universe
- Gambia 2019: Women age 15-49 who have heard of female circumcision, in households selected for the long questionnaire.
