Systemic effects of the hormonal treatment of male hypogonadism with preliminary indications for the management of COVID-19 patients
Male hypogonadism, defined as an inadequate production of testosterone (T), is associated with a greater morbidity and mortality. Epidemiological studies identified T deficiency as a risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Also, low serum T levels impact on glucose homeostasis through a worse glucos...
Main Authors: | , , , , |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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SAGE Publishing
2020-10-01
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Series: | Therapeutic Advances in Endocrinology and Metabolism |
Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1177/2042018820966438 |