Hemoglobin levels predict quality of life in women with heavy menstrual bleeding.

Objective: This study was designed to evaluate the effects of heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB) on the quality of life (QoL).

Methods: A prospective, observational study was conducted including 58 patients with HMB, aged 35 years or older, with a negative pregnancy test result, menstrual blood loss >80 ml, uterine volume up to 200 cc and negative endometrial biopsy. The QoL was evaluated by interview using the Short Form-36 (SF-36) questionnaire.