Causes of Female Infertility in Muzaffarnagar Medical College IVF Centre

Introduction: Infertility is a medical condition affecting a person's ability to conceive, with female infertility being particularly common. Women are diagnosed as infertile based on age and the duration of unsuccessful attempts to conceive. Factors contributing to female infertility include age, hormonal imbalances, medical conditions such as PCOS, endometriosis, and lifestyle choices, including smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, and obesity. Female infertility can be categorized into primary and secondary types. It is a global health issue affecting at least 10% of women, with the risk increasing with age. Timely diagnosis and treatment are essential for those struggling to conceive. Aim and Objective: Aim: To investigate and identify the primary causes of female infertility in patients attending the IVF Centre at Muzaffarnagar Medical College and to understand the factors contributing to infertility in this region. Objectives: To determine the prevalence of female infertility in patients at the IVF Centre of Muzaffarnagar Medical College. Materials and Methodology: This cross-sectional observational study will assess the prevalence and causes of female infertility among patients at the IVF Centre in Muzaffarnagar Medical College, Uttar Pradesh, India. The study will run from January to December 2025, involving 100 women aged 18-45 years seeking infertility treatment. Women with a history of hysterectomy, bilateral oophorectomy, or those not consenting will be excluded. Data will be collected through structured interviews, medical records, and diagnostic tests like hormonal assays, ultrasound imaging, and laparoscopy. Descriptive statistics will summarize the data, and inferential tests (Chi-square, t-tests) will examine the relationships between infertility and risk factors. Results: The study found that the prevalence of female infertility increases with age, with 11% in the 18-25 age group, 18% in the 26-35 group, and 31% in the 36-45 group. Socio-economic factors revealed a higher infertility prevalence among low-income women (29%) compared to medium (19%) and high-income (12%) women. The main causes of infertility were ovulatory dysfunction (23%), unexplained infertility (31%), uterine factors (21%), and tubal factors (14%). Lifestyle factors also played a significant role, with smoking (23%), obesity (32%), and stress (26%) showing strong associations with infertility. Smoking had the most significant impact, with a p-value of 0.0. Conclusion: The study highlights that female infertility increases with age and that ovulatory dysfunction and unexplained causes are most prevalent. Socio-economic factors, particularly lower income, and lifestyle choices such as smoking, obesity, and stress are significant contributors. The findings emphasize the need for targeted interventions and early diagnosis to manage female infertility effectively.