Estrogen replacement therapy: what the future holds.
Although hormonal replacement therapy has proved beneficial for many postmenopausal women, several issues remain to be resolved through future research. Improved combination therapy, better delivery systems, and optimal dosing may enhance compliance, which is essential for maximum benefit from therapy. Epidemiologic studies are necessary to clarify the role of estrogen in osteoporosis and cardiovascular disease. Additionally, the contribution of hormonal replacement therapy to the development of breast and endometrial cancers needs to be clarified.
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Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC 27710.
D002318:Cardiovascular Diseases / Q000517:prevention & control; D004359:Drug Therapy, Combination; D015914:Estrogen Replacement Therapy / Q000379:methods; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D015663:Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal / Q000517:prevention & control*; D010349:Patient Compliance; D011374:Progesterone / Q000008:administration & dosage
D011374:Progesterone