OBJECTIVE
To explore the distribution and factors associated with female infertility in 3 areas in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region so as to provide rationales for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of infertility.
METHODS
A total of 1895 women of reproductive age were enrolled with a cluster random stratified sampling method. A questionnaire survey and pelvic examinations were conducted. The collected data were statistically analyzed.
RESULTS
The prevalence of infertility in these three areas ranged from 7.5% (76/1014) to 26.2% (144/550) with an average of 15.2% (279/1835). The prevalence of infertility was the highest in Shan shan and it was related with its unique geographical environment and life style. The lower levels of education and income, the higher prevalence of infertility. The occurrence of infertility was also correlated with their residence, premarital sex, body mass index and some concurrent diseases.
CONCLUSION
It is necessary to carry out further studies on healthful life styles and those factors associated with the morbidity of infertility. The prevalence of infertility may be reduced and local reproductive health improved by avoiding or reducing the adolescent premarital sex and unmarried abortion.