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Age at menopause in India: A systematic review
Jang Bahadur Prasad1, Naresh K Tyagi1, Pradyuman Verma1
1Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, KLE University, Belgaum, 590010, Karnataka, India.
Diabetes & Metabolic Syndrome
|February 1, 2021
Summary
The average age of menopause in India is 46.6 years, based on a review of studies from 2009-2020. This age is lower than in some developed countries, with variations potentially due to methodology.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Health
- Epidemiology
- Demography
Background:
- Menopause is a natural physiological process.
- Variations in the age of menopause are not typically expected.
- Understanding age at menopause is crucial for public health in India.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine reliable estimates for the average age at menopause in India.
- To investigate variations in menopausal age across different regions of India.
- To analyze factors influencing age at menopause.
Main Methods:
- A systematic review of 202 studies published between 2009 and 2020.
- Inclusion criteria required data from house-to-house surveys.
- Meta-analysis was used to synthesize findings and assess publication bias.
Main Results:
- The average age at menopause in India was calculated to be 46.6 years (95% CI: 44.83, 48.44).
- The mean age at menopause ranged from 44.69 to 48.95 years across studies.
- A positive association was observed between age at menopause and age at menarche, though not statistically significant.
Conclusions:
- The average age at menopause in India is 46.6 years.
- This average age is lower compared to some developed nations.
- Methodological differences in studies may explain variations in reported age at menopause.
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