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Effect of sexual steroids on the calcium content of aortic atherosclerotic plaque of oophorectomized rabbits

Brazilian Journal of Medical and Biological Research, 2005
We determined the effect of conjugated equine estrogen plus medroxyprogesterone acetate on calcium content of aortic atherosclerotic lesions in oophorectomized adult New Zealand rabbits submitted to a cholesterol rich diet. Five groups of 10 animals each
J.M. Aldrighi, J.R. Lanz, A.P. Mansur, T.L.R. Martinez, J.A.F. Ramires   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Depot medroxyprogesterone acetate and breast cancer: a systematic review. [PDF]

PURPOSE Short-acting progestin-only injectables containing depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA) are a safe method of contraception. Although DMPA has been available for several decades, there is little data on its influence on the risk of breast ...
Zürcher, Aline, Stute, Petra, von Gernler, Marc, Knabben, Laura   +3 more
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Physiological Basis of Sex Differences in Human Performance and Exercise‐Associated Pathology

Clinical Endocrinology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT The presence of sex differences in human physical performance is well‐established and shaped by distinct endocrine, anatomical and physiological mechanisms. Despite sustained advances, our understanding of how inherent biological factors drive variations in exercise capacity and related pathologies is still developing.
David A. Holdsworth, Thomas J. O'Leary, Craig L. Doig, Natalie Taylor, Jasminder Dosanjh, David R. Woods, Michael J. Stacey, Robert M. Gifford   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Bone mineral density changes during use of progestin-only contraceptives: a rapid review of recent evidenceAJOG Global Reports at a Glance

AJOG Global Reports
Objective: The purpose of this paper is to consolidate existing evidence and identify knowledge and research gaps on the bone health effects of progestin-only oral contraception, injectables, hormonal intrauterine devices, and implants.
Blake Erhardt-Ohren, MPH, Ndola Prata, MD, MSc, Scott Rosenblum, MS   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Effects of medroxyprogesterone acetate on human cytochrome P450 enzymes

, 2005
Medroxyprogesterone acetate (MPA), frequently used in contraception and chemotherapy, was reported involving in drug-drug interaction (DDI). However, the mechanism is still unclear.
张江伟, 李巍, 刘勇, 杨凌
core  

Levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system (Mirena) in compare to medroxyprogesterone acetate as a therapy for endometrial hyperplasia

Journal of Research in Medical Sciences, 2014
Background: This study was designed to evaluate the comparison of insertion of levonorgestrel (LNG)-releasing intrauterine system versus oral medroxyprogesterone acetate on endometrial hyperplasia in a randomized controlled trial.
Fariba Behnamfar, Attaollah Ghahiri, Marzieh Tavakoli   +2 more
doaj  

Medroxyprogesterone to treat corneal thinning postcurvularia keratitis

Oman Journal of Ophthalmology, 2019
Keratitis of varied etiology is not uncommon in the Indian subcontinent. This case is one such an instance of keratitis caused by dematiaceous fungus in an urban dweller not engaged in farming or any other soil/earth-related work. Although healing of the
Lubna Khan, Ekta Batavia
doaj   +1 more source

Energy Expenditure And Anthropometric Measurements In New Users Of Depot Medroxyprogesterone Acetate

, 2016
Objective The objective of this study was to assess energy expenditure and the anthropometric profile of women during the first year of use of depot medroxyprogesterone acetate contraception.
Waleska Oliveira; Bahamondes, Silva dos Santos, Luis; Fernandes, Marina; Modesto, Maria Valeria; Bahamondes, Priscilla de Nazare; Sider, Arlete   +6 more
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Depression Beyond the 6‐Month Postpartum Period: A Mixed‐Method Study Among Women in Nepal

Journal of Advanced Nursing, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Aim This study aimed to comprehensively examine social and clinical factors contributing to postpartum depression among women in Nepal and identify their perspectives/experiences regarding postpartum mental health. Design and Methods The explanatory sequential mixed‐method study was conducted in two phases. In the quantitative phase, data were
Sangita Pudasainee‐Kapri, Tumla Shrestha, Mary Wunnenberg, Kul Kapri, Apsara Pandey, Manisha Chapagai, Ram Hari Chapagain, Pradeep Gupta   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Body Weight And Body Composition Of Depot Medroxyprogesterone Acetate Users

, 2015
Objectives Weight gain is a concern with the contraceptive depot-medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA); however, this issue remains controversial. The objective of this study was to compare body weight (BW) and body composition (BC) in DMPA and copper ...
Monteiro I., Bahamondes M.V., Bottura B.F., Bahamondes L., Dal'ava N.   +4 more
core   +1 more source