[Endocrinology].
For the 2006 Endocrine' News, we discuss the SERMs and their clinical effects. After the disappointing results of the recent studies on the cardiovascular effects of post-menopausal estrogen replacement therapy, the SERMs show no favourable effects on cardiovascular events either and even a small increase in stroke incidence. The second topic is focused on the controversial diagnosis and treatment of andropause. Finally, in the field of endocrine reproduction, there is some doubt about the optimal time at which a couple actively trying to have a child needs to undertake in vitro fertilization. A recent study suggests that patience may be rewarding.
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Division d'endocrinologie, diabétologie et nutrition, Département de médecine interne, HUG, 1211 Genève. jacques.philippe@hcuge.ch
D006801:Humans; D027724:Reproductive Techniques, Assisted; D020845:Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators / Q000627:therapeutic use*
D020845:Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators