In Vietnam, approximately 7.7 percent of married couples of childbearing age face infertility or sterility, affecting around two million couples, as reported by the Ministry of Health. However, estimates suggest that this figure could exceed 10 percent when considering broader definitions of infertility.
Infertility is defined as the inability to conceive after one year of unprotected intercourse, while sterility refers to the physical incapacity to conceive, even with medical assistance. The distribution of infertility causes is relatively balanced: 40 percent of cases can be attributed to male factors, another 40 percent to female factors, and the remaining 20 percent arise from complications involving both partners or unknown reasons.
Dr. Tran Van Thuan, professional director at Gia Dinh General Hospital in Ho Chi Minh City, expressed concern over the high rates of infertility and sterility in the country, highlighting that environmental factors and lifestyle choices play significant roles in this alarming trend.
Dr. Ho Manh Tuong, general secretary of the Ho Chi Minh City Society for Reproductive Medicine, emphasized the crucial role children play in fostering family unity and happiness in Vietnamese culture. This underscores the necessity for timely and effective treatments for infertility and sterility.
It’s also important to note that the success of conception and treatment is heavily influenced by the age of the woman. Delaying treatment can substantially reduce a couple’s chances of having children.
On a positive note, advancements in treatment protocols and modern technology have significantly enhanced success rates for couples seeking to conceive.
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