RT Journal Article SR Electronic T1 Female genital mutilation and childbirth JF Saudi Medical Journal JO Saudi Med J FD Prince Sultan Military Medical City SP 376 OP 378 VO 26 IS 3 A1 Ahmed, Badreldeen A1 Abushama, Mandy YR 2005 UL http://smj.org.sa/content/26/3/376.abstract AB The practice of female genital mutilation sadly remains to this day, part of the life of many women worldwide. In the Middle East and Africa, it is hard to practice obstetrics and gynecology without some knowledge of the condition. This review is an attempt to discuss the salient points as regards to management of these women during pregnancy and labor.