Testosterone replacement therapy in the era of telemedicine

Dubin, Justin M.; Fantus, Richard J.; Halpern, Joshua A.

doi:10.1038/s41443-021-00498-5

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“…Fowler and Whitemore (1982) reported that exogenous testosterone given to metastasized prostate cancer patients resulted in increased advancement of malignant cells. 45 One longitudinal study found a signification between the relationship between men diagnosed with prostate cancer and endogenous testosterone supplementation. 46 However, a 3-year metaanalysis composed of 18 prospective studies with 3,500 men investigated the correlation between prostate cancer and TRT and found no association between serum androgen levels and the risk of prostate cancer.…”

Section: Prostate Dysfunction and Cancermentioning

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Weighing the Benefits and Drawbacks of Testosterone Replacement Therapy

Lawton

Amjad

2023

Sciential

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Over the last few decades, the discussion surrounding men’s health issues has sparked an increased interest in the treatment of male hypogonadism—the deficiency of testosterone in the body—through testosterone replacement therapy, in order to improve patients’ quality of life. This makes it a worthwhile consideration for further research as many studies do not sufficiently explore the long-term benefits and drawbacks, which may tip the scales on whether it should be prescribed to patients moving forward. It is worth weighing the effects that the treatment offers, as well as examining which patients are most suitable for the therapy and why, from a health cost-benefit analysis. Many of the benefits that this review will touch on relate to the symptoms of hypogonadism, most notably decreased libido, muscle mass, and emotional well-being. This review will also consider the potential side effects of treatment through the investigation of short- and long-term studies that include observational, surveyable, and empirical data. Some of the drawbacks include increased risk of various organ cancers and systemic tissue damage. Holistically, this review will provide insight on the basics of testosterone replacement therapy, who benefits most, who is at risk, and how its understanding can be improved moving forward.

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Section: Prostate Dysfunction and Cancermentioning

confidence: 99%

Weighing the Benefits and Drawbacks of Testosterone Replacement Therapy

Lawton

Amjad

2023

Sciential

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Increase in Direct-to-Consumer Telemedicine in Urology

Jesse

Thirumavalavan

Loeb

2022

Curr Sex Health Rep

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Purpose of Review Direct-to-consumer telemedicine has vastly expanded in recent years, and urologic conditions are a common target for these companies. We aim to identify the urologic conditions being treated by direct-to-consumer telemedicine platforms and review the feasibility of adherence to evidence-based practice guidelines via this relatively new healthcare model. Recent Findings Erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, testosterone deficiency, and male infertility are being treated with direct-to-consumer telemedicine. Such platforms treating erectile dysfunction perform modestly in practice guideline adherence. Guidelines-based treatment of other urologic conditions via telemedicine is feasible, however, the treatment of these conditions through popular direct-to-consumer telemedicine platforms is largely unstudied. Summary The impact of direct-to-consumer telemedicine on the field of urology is vast and likely to continue to grow. Future studies should inspect direct-to-consumer telemedicine companies’ practice patterns and treatment outcomes to ensure the field’s standards of care are being met. Guidelines specific to the treatment of various urologic conditions via telemedicine are needed.

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Men’s Health as a Telehealth Strategy

Ward

2023

Nursing Clinics of North America

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Testosterone replacement therapy in the era of telemedicine

Cited by 6 publications

References 50 publications

Weighing the Benefits and Drawbacks of Testosterone Replacement Therapy

Weighing the Benefits and Drawbacks of Testosterone Replacement Therapy

Increase in Direct-to-Consumer Telemedicine in Urology

Men’s Health as a Telehealth Strategy

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