The relationship between serum testosterone and bone mineral density in Japanese men and the effects zoledronic acid in prostate cancer patients with low serum testosterone
Abstract:Although hormone therapy is definitely beneficial for patients with prostate cancer, a decrease in bone mineral density and an increased risk of fracture have been noted as adverse events. Improving bone metabolism in these patients is especially important in an aging society. We herein report the results of two studies: the first examined the effect of low serum testosterone levels on bone mineral density in a large number of Japanese men; the second study investigated the effect of a 12-month formulation of … Show more
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