THE ASSOCIATED AGE AND LENGTH OF MARRIAGE WITH INFERTILITY MANAGEMENT AT GADING MEDIKA HOSPITAL IN BENGKULU CITY

Abstract

Background: Infertility is a disorder of the male or female reproductive system defined by the inability to conceive after 12 months or more of consistent unprotected sexual intercourse. Experts forecast that by 2022, the global prevalence of infertility would increase to almost 17.5% of the adult population, translating to one in six individuals facing infertility.

Purpose: This study aimed to ascertain the correlation between age and duration of marriage about infertility care at Gading Medika Hospital, Bengkulu, in 2024.

Method: This study employs a cross-sectional design. The study population consisted of 90 respondents who visited the Fertility Polyclinic at Gading Medika Hospital in Bengkulu. The research utilized the accidental sampling method, yielding a sample size of 47 participants. Data collection was achieved by observation sheets, direct interviews with respondents, and the utilization of medical data. We utilized univariate and bivariate data analysis methods, in conjunction with chi-square testing.

Result: The univariate analysis results indicated that the majority of respondents visiting the reproductive clinic were 35 individuals (74.5%) aged between 20 and 35 years; also, most respondents, 27 individuals (57.4%), had been married for over 3 years.The bivariate analysis results indicate a correlation between age and infertility management (ρ value = 0.003), as well as a correlation between the duration of marriage and infertility management (ρ value = 0.002).

Conclusion: The study's findings reveal a substantial association between age, duration of marriage, and infertility management. Researchers recommend that Gading Medika Hospital monitor or follow up on patients' conditions post-visit to the fertility clinic to evaluate the efficacy of the infertility management service program.