Acceptability and feasibility of integrating female genital schistosomiasis and sexual and reproductive health interventions in Kenya: A demonstration study.

ABSTRACT: Female genital schistosomiasis (FGS) is a neglected gynaecological condition that is a manifestation of chronic urogenital schistosomiasis. This disease has significant implications for the reproductive health and overall well-being of women and girls, especially in areas with limited access to water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH). In Kenya, where urogenital schistosomiasis is endemic, the burden of FGS and how to best address it within existing sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services has not been fully explored. This mixed-methods study applied an implementation research approach to assess the feasibility and acceptability of integrating FGS services into routine SRH interventions across public health facilities in three high schistosomiasis endemic counties in Kenya. The intervent

SUBMITTER: Karuga R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12443286 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature