To assess the prevalence and correlates of gynecologic and related
morbidity in Omani women, a nationally representative sample of Omani
women selected by a multi-stage, stratified probability sampling
procedure was selected (total = 364). Questionnaire interview, physical
and gynecological examination, and laboratory investigations were used
to elicit information. The prevalence of lower reproductive tract
infections was 22.4%, upper reproductive tract infections 2.7%, and
cervical dysplasia was very rare. Genital prolapse was present in 10%,
11% had a urinary infection, 27% were anaemic, 23% were hypertensive,
and 54% were either overweight or obese. The predictors of common
morbidities were assessed using regression analysis according to a
pre-specified conceptual model. (Afr J Reprod Health 2004;
8[3]:188-197
