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.
FCNOPROBDEL
(FCNOPROBDEL)
Benefits to girl of avoiding FC: Fewer delivery problems (open-ended)
Codes and Frequencies
Description
FCNOPROBDEL indicates whether the woman mentioned fewer delivery problems, when asked an open-ended question about benefits for the girl of not undergoing circumcision.
Comparability
FCNOPROBDEL 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 FCNOPROBDEL is a country-specific response and is not included in the standard DHS modules.
Universe
- Cameroon 2004: Women age 15-49 who were selected and interviewed for the FC module, and who have heard of FC.
- Chad 2004: Women age 15-49 who have heard of FC.
