Harnessing innovation in microneedle technology for Women's healthcare

Abstract

Women's health management plays a crucial role in modern healthcare, encompassing the prevention, detection, and treatment of female diseases. However, existing technologies often face challenges, such as the invasiveness and discomfort associated with serological testing and injection-based therapies. Microneedles, as an emerging technology in biomedical engineering, demonstrate significant advantages. These micron-sized transdermal devices are applicable in a range of applications, from drug delivery to interstitial fluid sampling, and their painless, minimally invasive nature significantly enhances medication compliance. In recent years, microneedles have been widely utilized in women's health management, showing promising results in early disease prevention and subsequent treatment. Although there are reviews about microneedles applied in disease treatment management, few of them focus on the application of microneedles in the prevention and early detection of women's disease. Herein, we present a comprehensive overview of the current application status of microneedles in women's health management, with a special emphasis on their design and mechanism for disease prevention, and treatment in women. Finally, we discuss the advantages and limitations of microneedles in women's health management, and propose suggestions for future research direction.