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

• Main Authors: Cecilia Wangari Wambui (Author), Joule Madinga (Author), Mercy Gloria Ashepet (Author), Maxson Kenneth Anyolitho (Author), Patrick Mitashi (Author), Tine Huyse (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS), 2024-07-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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<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...