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A review of testosterone supplementation and cardiovascular risk


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Testosterone therapy is commonly utilized to treat hypogonadism. After diagnosis with morning serum testosterone level in patients with symptoms of hypogonadism, therapy has been shown to improve symptoms. Research focusing on cardiovascular risks associated with testosterone therapy has produced contradictory statements. We review trials that have investigated the impact of testosterone supplementation on heart failure, coronary artery disease, and myocardial ischemia.

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2501-062X
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Inglés
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4 veces al año
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Medicine, Clinical Medicine, Internal Medicine, other, Cardiology, Gastroenterology, Rheumatology