Prevalence of Endometriosis Risk Factors Among Women in Premarital Counseling Classes in Shahid Beheshti University in 1396

Backgournd: Endometriosis is one of the most common diseases of reproductive age that affects women s fertility. For this reason, identification and timely treatment are of particular importance. The aim of this study was to evaluate the prevalence of endometriosis risk factors among women in premarital counseling classes.Method: This descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted on 652women who participated in marriage counseling classes in 16 marriage educational centers of Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences in December 2017. Data was collected using a self-researcher-made questionnaire and data analysis was performed using SPSS 20software.Findings: The results showed that 652 women participated in the study in the age group of 14 to 51 and with a mean age of 26.11 years. 1.38% of participants had a history of endometriosis and 1.23% had endometriosis. The mean age of endometriosis was 27.11 years and the probability was 28.5 years. Dysmenorrhea was the most common complaint in endometriosis patients with 22.14% and then 21.77%. Conclusion: The study provided an opportunity for researchers to identify and prioritize the disease in the target group prior to the beginning of their joint life, and in addition to raising the awareness of women before marriage and collecting data on risk factors in endometriosis. Due to the prevalence of the disease and its impact on infertility, it is possible to educate and plan for doctors, midwives to take appropriate steps to reduce complications from the disease.

Keywords:

Endometriosis , Dysmenorrhea , Premarital Counseling