Effects of menarche,parity,primiparous age,and reproductive diseases on uterine fibroids of rural women in China

Abstract

Objectives With the increasing prevalence of hysteromyoma among Chinese rural women at childbearing age, it has become a priority to identify the risk factors that predispose to corporeity and promote early prevention. The aim of the study is to explore the relationship between menarche age, female reproductive health and uterine fibroids.Methods Study participants included 2,200 rural women of reproductive age who were screened for a cross-sectional study in the Anhui province. Data collected by questionnaire survey, gynecological and laboratory examinations were analyzed by Univariate and multivariate analysis to evaluate the risk factors for uterine fibroids.Results Of the 2,200 women, 440 had uterine fibroids. In general, women with endometriosis, ovarian cysts and early menarche were more likely to suffer from hysteromyoma. Factors including more parity, appropriate late primiparous age and normal menstrual cycle were protective of uterine fibroids.Conclusions Our findings indicate that a variety of modifiable factors may increase the risk of uterine fibroids and that relevant health departments should develop effective prevention and intervention measures to improve the reproductive health of rural women.