Sarcopenia and Menopause: The Role of Estradiol

During aging and menopausal transition in women, a progressive muscle degeneration (i.e. decrease in quality and muscle function) occurs. This muscle dysfunction, caused by decreased proliferation of muscle satellite cells, increased levels of inflammatory markers, and altered levels of sex hormones...

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Main Authors: Annalisa Geraci, Riccardo Calvani, Evelyn Ferri, Emanuele Marzetti, Beatrice Arosio, Matteo Cesari
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2021-05-01
Series:Frontiers in Endocrinology
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fendo.2021.682012/full