The DHS Program, which manages registration and access for IPUMS DHS, is again reviewing new user applications and requests for expanded access from currently approved users.
FCNOLONGDEL
(FCNOLONGDEL)
Benefits to girl of avoiding FC: Avoid longer delivery (open-ended)
Codes and Frequencies
Description
FCNOLONGDEL indicates whether the woman mentioned avoiding longer delivery in childbirth, when asked an open-ended question about benefits for the girl of not undergoing circumcision.
Comparability
FCNOLONGDEL has no comparability problems.
Comparability - Standard DHS
An open-ended question about the benefits of female circumcision is included in phase I of the standard DHS module for female circumcision, though FCNOLONGDEL is a country-specific response and is not included in the standard DHS modules.
Universe
- Niger 2012: Women age 15-49 who have heard of FC.
