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Table 1 An example of coding process

From: The perceptions on male circumcision as a preventive measure against HIV infection and considerations in scaling up of the services: a qualitative study among police officers in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Codes

Sub-categories

Category

Manipulation of penis [Removal of fore skin]

Individual’s knowledge about male circumcision

Intrapersonal level (Individual characteristics that influence behaviour)

Prevention of sexually transmitted diseases

  

Hygiene/sexual cleanliness

  

Promotion of hygiene

  

Religious ritual

Individual’s beliefs towards male circumcision

 

Cultural practice

Transition period

Individual perceptions towards male circumcision

Increased sexual pleasure

Confidence during sexual intercourse

Pain among sexually active men

Individual’s attitudes towards male circumcision

 

Interruption of healing process among adults

  

Interruption of daily duties among adults

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