Author: Nieschlag, E. (Eberhard); Behre, H. M. (Hermann M.) ; & Nieschlag, S. (Susan) ; editors:
Title: Testosterone : Action, Deficiency, Substitution
Description: Cambridge, Cambridge University Press, (2004). 3rd edition. orig.boards. 26x18cm, xiii, 747 pp.. Minor rubbing. VG. ¶ A comprehensive reference on testosterone and other androgens, and their role in human physiology and pathology, this volume covers biosynthesis and mechanisms of action and reviews their effects on brain and behavior, spermatogenesis, hair growth, bones, muscles, erythropoiesis, the cardiovascular system and lipids, erection, and the prostate. Therapeutic uses of testosterone preparations are carefully evaluated, including usage by women, the aging male, and their abuse and detection in sport. The book also considers applications in male contraception, the role of 5a- reductase inhibitors and the controversial use of DHEA" - Publisher's description. Contains 24 papers. Includes: Testosterone: an overview of biosynthesis, transport, metabolism and non-genomic actions; The androgen receptor: molecular biology; Androgen receptor: pathophysiology; Behavioural correlates of testosterone; The role of testosterone in spermatogenesis; Androgens and hair: a biological paradox; Androgens and bone metabolism; Testosterone effects on the skeletal muscle; Androgens and erythropoiesis; Testosterone and cardiovascular diseases; Testosterone and erection; Testosterone and the prostrate; Clinical use of testosterone in hypogonadism and other conditions; Pharmacology of testosterone preparations; Androgen therapy in non-gonadal disease; Androgens in male senescence; The pathobiology of androgens in women; Clinical use of 5a- reductase inhibitors

Keywords: Testosterone, Androgens, Therapy, Human Physiology, Pathology, , , ,