by JohnW.W.Studd (Editor)
This reference work on recent developments in the management of the menopause contains 28 chapters on important topics in the field including: the menopausal transition; depression; sexuality; contraception; and the male andropause . Chapters on oestrogens and hormone replacement therapy deal with the skin, wound healing, the bladder, arthritis, cancer epridemiology, new delivery systems, endometrial risks and osteoporosis. Other topics covered include: neurotransmitters; breast cancer; Alzheimer's disease; coronary artery thrombosis; coronary heart disease; treatment of progestogen intolerance; hysterectomy; combined oestrogen-androgen preparations in the post menopause; tibolone; nutrition; and diabetes mellitus.
Format: Illustrated
Pages: 320
Edition: 1998 ed.
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Published: 15 May 1998
ISBN 10: 1850700222
ISBN 13: 9781850700227