Factors associated with poor quality of life among Iranian infertile women undergoing IVF.

Infertility is a medical and social condition and has a considerable impact on a person’s quality of life (QoL). The aim of the study was to determine the QoL of women with fertility problem, and identify factors associated with poor QoL. This cross-sectional study included 155 women with fertility problems undergoing IVF in a referral fertility center in Tehran, Iran. The Fertility Quality of Life, the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale and demographic and fertility information questionnaire were administered to all women. The mean total QoL score was 62.57 ± 16.89. Multivariate analysis showed that the anxiety (β = −1.59,p < 0.001) and depression (β = −2.09,p < 0.001) had a negative impact on QoL. Cause of infertility and failure in previous treatment were also significant factors of poorer QoL. The findings indicate that the QoL was worse in women with high depression and anxiety level, failure in previous treatment and unknown cause of infertility. Thus, a comprehensive approach, including psychosocial interventions and support, is absolutely essential to improve the QoL in these women. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

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