_OBJECTIVE:_ To assess the influence of criminalization law on the prevalence and proportion of female genital mutilation (FGM) and evaluate the attitude of population and health providers towards FGM. _STUDY DESIGN:_ Cross sectional study. _PATIENTS AND METHODS:_ All females aged 5-25 years who attended Sohag and Qena University hospitals between September 15, 2008 and September 15, 2010 and health providers ... Read more