Awareness and Attitudes Toward Assisted Reproductive Technology Among Infertile Women in Najaf, Iraq: A Cross-Sectional Study

Background & Objective: Infertility is a major public health concern that affects women physically, psychologically, and socially. Assisted Reproductive Techniques (ART) offer potential solutions; however, awareness and attitudes toward assisted reproductive Technology vary considerably and may influence their utilization. The study aimed to identify predictors of awareness and attitudes toward ART among infertile women in the Governorate of Najaf, Iraq. Materials & Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional design was employed. The study sample included 270 infertile women who attended selected reproductive health clinics in March and June 2025. Sociodemographic characteristics, awareness of ART, and attitudes toward ART were assessed using a structured, interviewer-administered questionnaire. Economic status was measured through a self-reported subjective assessment in which participants categorized their household economic situation as sufficient, barely sufficient, or insufficient. The questionnaire was reviewed by experts and demonstrated high reliability (Cronbach’s alpha=0.86 for awareness and 0.89 for attitudes). Statistical analysis were conducted using SPSS version 25, including descriptive statistics, the Kruskal-Wallis test, and Mann-Whitney U test, and regression analysis to identify significant predictors.