A study estimated the cut-off of microvascular density determinative of good endometrial receptivity that can predict the fertility of the patient and be used as a prognostic marker in infertile patients, particularly in developing countries.
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Mayor of Harare Meets Chicago’s Top Companies and Entrepreneurs
The Mayor of Harare, the capital city of Zimbabwe, Muchadeyi Masunda was in Chicago on a business trip to meet with some of the leading companies and entrepreneurs in Illinois. This was a follow up to a trip to Chicago by the Prime Minister of Zimbabwe, Morgan Tsvangirai, in September, 2011. The mayor was also in Cincinnati, Ohio on the invitation of Cincinnati Mayor Mark Mallory for the Mayor’s Summit which brought together mayors from around the world. In his personal capacity, Mayor Masunda serves as Chairman of 12 highly successful African companies and organizations. These include Old Mutual Zimbabwe, John Sisk & Son Africa Group and Zimplats Holdings Limited, a subsidiary of Impala Platinum Holdings Limited – the world leading platinum mining company that is listed on the Australian Stock Exchange. During the time he was in Chicago, Mayor Masunda met with Mr. James Reynolds, Chairman and CEO of Loop Capital Markets, the largest minority owned investment bank in the United States of America. Furthermore, Mayor Masunda met with senior management of AAR, a multibillion dollar aviation company based in Wooddale, Illinois. The mayor was hosted by AAR senior management that included Senior Vice President of Marketing and Sales, Mr. Gary Hundley and Ms. Cheryle Jackson, Vice President of Government Affairs and Corporate Development. The purpose of the meetings was to discuss the business opportunities in Africa and identify how American based companies can penetrate these emerging markets whose growth has continued to outpace economies in the west. President and CEO of MedGyn, Mr. Lakshman Agadi, one of the largest manufacturer and distributor of superior quality medical supplies, instruments, and equipment has committed to explore the lucrative opportunities in the region. The mayor also made a courtesy visit to the Luster Products headquarters where he met with the company’s owners. Luster Products is currently working on a nationwide launch of the company’s goods in Zimbabwe that will be held in October. About Zimbabwe Trade & Cultural Expo The Zimbabwe Trade and Cultural Expo is an organization based in Chicago, Illinois whose primary focus is the creation of new markets, increased trade, investment opportunities and partnerships between Zimbabwean, American businesses, and international corporations. ZTCE provides a platform for investors and entrepreneurs to build long term and fruitful relationships with Zimbabwean corporations and other companies in Sub-Sahara Africa.
Efficacy, safety, acceptability and affordability of cryotherapy: a review of current literature.
A study in the Journal of Reproductive Medicine reviewed current literature addressing the technique, efficacy, safety and acceptability of cryotherapy. The review found cryotherapy to be very affordable and feasible to integrate into cervical cancer screening and treatment programs.
WHO technical specifications Cryosurgical equipment for the treatment of precancerous cervical lesions and prevention of cervical cancer
MedGyn participated in meeting with WHO, UNFPA, PATH and clinical experts to dicuss clinical recommendations in the use of cryosurgery for cervical cancer prevention.
Role of CD56 and CD57 uterine natural killer cells and E-cadherin in either successful implantation or recurrent abortion
A study published in the Egyptian Journal of Pathology investigated the role of uterine natural killer cells and E-cadherin in human endometrium of nonpregnant women and of those with recurrent abortion to find out their role in implantation or recurrent abortion.
Endometrial sampling: a comparison between the Pipelle® endometrial sampler and the Endosampler®
A study comparing the adequacy of endometrial sampling by the Endosampler® and the Pipelle® showed that the Endosampler® collected more endometrium than the Pipelle®. This may well translate into a higher adequacy of specimen obtained by the Endosampler®.
Performance of cryotherapy devices using nitrous oxide and carbon dioxide.
A study comparing four cryotherapy devices found that the MedGyn Cryotherapy System achieved temperatures below –50 °C regardless of whether N2O, medical-grade CO2, or industrial-grade CO2 was used, while the performance of some other cryotherapy devices was suboptimal.
Laminaria tent vs misoprostol for cervical priming before hysteroscopy: Randomized study.
In a study published in the Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, women who received laminaria tents as opposed to misoprostol for cervical priming before operative hysteroscopy were less likely to need cervical dilation and suffered fewer adverse effects.
Diagnosis of endometriosis by detection of nerve fibres in an endometrial biopsy: a double blind study
An Australian study found that endometrial biopsy, with detection of nerve fibers, provided a reliability of diagnosis of endometriosis close to the accuracy of laparoscopic assessment by experienced gynecological laparoscopists.
Pathologically Increased Endometrial Thickness in Ultrasound Examination: Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment
One of many articles showing the MedGyn Endosampler used for endometrial biopsy in this study.
Endometrial Gene Expression in Early Pregnancy: Lessons From Human Ectopic Pregnancy
The study found that the ectopic embryo has a significant impact, by an endocrine mechanism, on the endometrium when compared with the window of implantation.
A pilot study to evaluate the relative efficacy of endometrial biopsy and full curettage in making a diagnosis of endometriosis by the detection of endometrial nerve fibers.
Article on MedGyn Endosampler which was used in a study to detect endometriosis based on nerve fibers.
Cervical priming prior to operative hysteroscopy: a randomized comparison of laminaria versus misoprostol
Egyptian study on using laminaria before hysteroscopy. The study demonstrates cervical dilation as good as misoprostol.
An evaluation of manual vacuum aspiration instruments
Article on manual vacuation stating Medgyn superior features to competitors and experience of administrators and clinicians should enable them to determine which MVA is best for their environment.
Which cannulae fit the Ipas™ manual vacuum aspiration syringe?
Study showing the MedGyn Flexible Curette as a good fit for the Ipas as it was able to maintain pressure without any leaks.
Cannula fracture in first trimester abortion: a case report and survey of NAF providers.
A survey of National Abortion Federation members found that cannula resterilization did not significantly increase the likelihood of a fracture during a first trimester abortion
Second trimester abortion by laminaria followed by vaginal misoprostol or intrauterine prostaglandin F2alpha: a randomized trial.
Laminaria study using the Medgyn Laminaria which states misoprostol works well after laminaria begins cervical dilation.
Cervical dilation from laminaria tents and synthetic osmotic dilators used for 6 hours before abortion.
A study comparing thick laminaria tents with two synthetic osmotic devices for softening and dilating the cervix before abortions found that all the decides provided safe cervical dilation and softening, but thick tents were most effective.
Laminaria versus Dilapan osmotic cervical dilators for outpatient dilation and evacuation abortion: randomized cohort comparison of 1001 patients
Study found both osmotic dilators are acceptable for use in overnight dilation in this procedure, but the Dilapan dilator is more likely to disintegrate, retract, or present minor problems associated with poor dilation.
The Cell-Sweep. A new cervical cytology sampling device.
A study comparing the Cell-Sweep and the Cytobrush and Ayre spatula found that though the proportion of smears lacking endocervical cells was statistically greater with the Cell-Sweep than with the Cytobrush/Ayre spatula, there was no difference in the rate of detection of atypical squamous cells and low grade SIL. The Cell-Sweep appeared to detect an increased number of high grade SILs.
