| FGM group (n = 134) Number (%) | Control group (n = 134) Number (%) | RR (95% Cl) | p value* |
---|---|---|---|---|
Stillbirth | 4 (2.98) | 2 (1.49) | n.a** | 0.038 |
Outlet obstruction | 42 (31.34) | 18 (13.43) | 2.33 (1.21–3.45) | 0.022 |
Perineal tear | 21 (15.67) | 9 (6.71) | 2.48 (1.28–3.68) | 0.033 |
Need for cesarean section | 19 (14.17) | 9 (6.71) | 2.11 (1.05–3.17) | 0.036 |
APGAR score < 7 at 5th minute | 12 (8.95) | 6 (4.47) | 2 (0.98–3.02) | 0.042 |
Need for neonatal intensive care unit of newborns | 15 (11.19) | 8 (5.97) | 1.87 (0.89–2.85) | 0.047 |
Primigravida | 54 (40.29) | 52 (38.80) | n.a | 0.348 |