Treatment of the postmenopausal woman : basic and clinical aspects
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Treatment of the postmenopausal woman : basic and clinical aspects
Raven Press, c1994
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Includes bibliographical references and index
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Description
Written by more than 60 leading international experts, this volume is the most comprehensive and up-to-date text available on treatment of the postmenopausal woman. The contributors objectively assess the clinical value and limitations of current approaches to treatment and provide a basis and rationale for strategies that will result in better individualized and specialized care for these women. Coverage encompasses all the major health issues affecting postmenopausal women, including symptoms and signs of oestrogen deficiency; benefits and risks of hormonal therapy; prevention and treatment of osteoporosis and cardiovascular disease; detection and treatment of breast and endometrial cancer; psychological changes; and lifestyle issues such as nutrition and exercise. The contributors discuss all the treatment options available today and offer guidelines for assisting patients in developing preventive health care programmes.
Table of Contents
- The menopause
- ovarian senescence
- pharmacology of hormone replacement
- symptoms and signs of oestrogen deficiency
- osteoporosis
- cardiovascular disease
- life style
- neoplasia
- risk - benefit assessment
- hormonal regimens.
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