November issue recap: Vol 67 No 11

Fundraising for early-stage start-ups

For a medical device start-up to be successful, it needs a talented team, decisive implementation, and adequate funding. Without resources for prototype development, patent filing, regulatory work, and more, the best ideas will die on the vine because running out of funds is a common reason for failure.

EMIGS: A new standard of care

In an exclusive interview, Nash Moawad, MD, MS, FACOG, FACS, discussed the recent implementation of the Essentials of Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery (EMIGS) training program, which helps physicians provide the best care and ensure optimal safety for their patients.

Past traumas may worsen menopausal symptoms and wellbeing at midlife

Research in Menopause connects history of physical/sexual abuse, financial instability with worse menopausal symptoms and overall wellbeing at midlife.

Study: COVID-19 reduced contraceptive access

In a recent study, it was found that access to contraceptive services declined during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Phase 3 data show oral oteseconazole successful for treating vulvovaginal candidiasis and infections

The medication also performed comparably to vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC) standard-of-care fluconazole for treating acute VVC infection.

Air pollution associated with adverse birth outcomes

Prenatal exposure to industrial air pollutants increases risk of adverse birth outcomes in infants.

COVID-19 vaccine associated with increased menstrual cycle length

In a recent study, participants who had received a COVID-19 vaccine saw an average increase in menstrual cycle length of less than 1 day.

Endometrial ablation in the office setting

Breaking down barriers through patient selection, new devices, and the latest techniques.

Bowel injury after operative hysteroscopy

Delayed response to surgical complications leads to adverse outcomes.