Hypogonadism in the Aging Male Diagnosis, Potential Benefits, and Risks of Testosterone Replacement Therapy
Joint Authors
Wang, Christina
Swerdloff, Ronald
Surampudi, Prasanth N.
Source
International Journal of Endocrinology
Issue
Vol. 2012, Issue 2012 (31 Dec. 2012), pp.1-20, 20 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2012-03-14
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
20
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Hypogonadism in older men is a syndrome characterized by low serum testosterone levels and clinical symptoms often seen in hypogonadal men of younger age.
These symptoms include decreased libido, erectile dysfunction, decreased vitality, decreased muscle mass, increased adiposity, depressed mood, osteopenia, and osteoporosis.
Hypogonadism is a common disorder in aging men with a significant percentage of men over 60 years of age having serum testosterone levels below the lower limits of young male adults.
There are a variety of testosterone formulations available for treatment of hypogonadism.
Data from many small studies indicate that testosterone therapy offers several potential benefits to older hypogonadal men.
A large multicenter NIH supported double blind, placebo controlled study is ongoing, and this study should greatly enhance the information available on efficacy and side effects of treatment.
While safety data is available across many age groups, there are still unresolved concerns associated with testosterone therapy.
We have reviewed the diagnostic methods as well as benefits and risks of testosterone replacement therapy for hypogonadism in aging men.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Surampudi, Prasanth N.& Wang, Christina& Swerdloff, Ronald. 2012. Hypogonadism in the Aging Male Diagnosis, Potential Benefits, and Risks of Testosterone Replacement Therapy. International Journal of Endocrinology،Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-20.
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Modern Language Association (MLA)
Surampudi, Prasanth N.…[et al.]. Hypogonadism in the Aging Male Diagnosis, Potential Benefits, and Risks of Testosterone Replacement Therapy. International Journal of Endocrinology No. 2012 (2012), pp.1-20.
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American Medical Association (AMA)
Surampudi, Prasanth N.& Wang, Christina& Swerdloff, Ronald. Hypogonadism in the Aging Male Diagnosis, Potential Benefits, and Risks of Testosterone Replacement Therapy. International Journal of Endocrinology. 2012. Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-20.
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Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-486135